Madden, a finalist for the Selke trophy as the best defensive forward, might be that sort of center.

The best defensive forward in the league is Patrice Bergeron, hands down.

In the 2005-06 season, Cleary established himself as a dependable role player as a defensive forward.

If he's not the best defensive forward in college hockey, I would like to know who is.

An annual award "to the forward who demonstrates throughout the season the greatest ability at the position of defensive forward"

"I try and approach it like playing any other player," said Erixon, the premier defensive forward for the Rangers.

He was "a great defensive forward and a real smart playmaker," said his coach, Jack Parker.

Monahan saw much more ice time in Toronto as a defensive forward, playing four full seasons with the Leafs.

A big defensive forward, Washington was known for his ability to gather rebounds.

I want to be the best defensive forward in the league.