Mikhail Grabovski, a former player for the Montreal Canadiens, faces assault charges related to an incident during a minor hockey match in Markham, Ontario. The charges were filed on March 30, and Grabovski is scheduled to appear in court on June 12 in Newmarket, Ontario.
Incident Details
The York Regional Police responded to a community center in Markham on March 14 after receiving a report of an assault. The victim, Warren Cooper, was taken to the hospital with minor injuries. Reports suggest the altercation involved coaches following a playoff game in the under-15 category, featuring the Markham Waxers and the York-Simcoe Express.
Coaching Roles
- Mikhail Grabovski serves as the head coach of the Markham Waxers.
- Warren Cooper is the head coach of the York-Simcoe Express.
As a condition of his release, Grabovski must refrain from contacting Cooper and avoid venues frequented by Cooper.
Career Overview
At 42 years old, Grabovski’s NHL career includes stints with the Montreal Canadiens, Toronto Maple Leafs, Washington Capitals, and New York Islanders. He scored three goals and recorded six assists in 27 games with the Canadiens. Grabovski was selected in the fifth round, 150th overall, during the 2004 NHL Draft.
Overall Statistics
| Team | Regular Season Goals | Assists | Games Played |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montreal Canadiens | 125 | 171 | 534 |
| Other Teams | Varied | Varied | Varied |
Grabovski retired from professional hockey in 2019. He has had prior legal issues, including a civil lawsuit in September 2010 for an alleged assault during the Vancouver Olympics. That case, involving an incident with a couple in downtown Vancouver, was closed amicably in March 2018.
