Derek Forbort

Derek Forbort, born March 4, 1992, in Duluth, Minnesota, is a professional ice hockey defenseman currently playing for the Vancouver Canucks in the NHL. Drafted 15th overall by the Los Angeles Kings in the 2010 NHL Draft, Forbort honed his skills at the University of North Dakota before making his NHL debut in 2015. Standing at 6'4" and weighing 216 pounds, Forbort is known for his defensive capabilities and strong presence on the ice. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated proficiency in blocking shots and maintaining defensive stability. His playing style is characterized by a focus on physicality and reliability in defensive assignments. During the 2025 preseason, Forbort participated in two games, contributing one goal and one assist, showcasing a shooting percentage of 33.3%. His regular season play has also been solid, with an average of 13:56 minutes on ice per game, underscoring his role as a dependable defenseman. Forbort's career has not been without setbacks; he is currently on injured reserve due to an undisclosed issue as of October 2025. Nonetheless, his resilience and experience, accumulated over 10 seasons in the NHL, continue to be valuable assets to his team. With his jersey number 27, Forbort remains a key player for the Canucks, bringing veteran leadership and defensive acumen to the ice.