Ryan O'Byrne

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Montreal Canadiens' defenseman Ryan O'Byrne was accused of stealing a woman's purse in a Tampa bar in February 2008. O'Byrne was released after posting $2,000 bail. The charges were dropped in July after he apologized to the victim and agreed to do community service in Canada. (AP Photo/J. Meric)

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