16 Facts About Irving Grundman

Irving Grundman was a Canadian ice hockey executive and municipal politician.

Irving Grundman served as general manager of the Montreal Canadiens from 1978 to 1983.

Irving Grundman became president of the Montreal Forum in 1972, one year after Peter and Edward Bronfman purchased both the venue and the Montreal Canadiens.

Irving Grundman was appointed general manager after Sam Pollock retired in 1978, edging out both Scotty Bowman and Al MacNeil for the job despite having no prior experience in hockey.

Irving Grundman served as GM of the Canadiens from 1978 until 1983.

Irving Grundman's name was engraved on the Stanley Cup in 1979, and he was one of the few GMs to win the Cup in their first year in the role.

Irving Grundman was responsible for drafting future National Hockey League stars such as Guy Carbonneau and Chris Chelios, both of whom were eventually inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame.

Irving Grundman's biggest move as the Canadiens general manager occurred on September 7,1982 when he traded Rod Langway, Brian Engblom, Doug Jarvis and Craig Laughlin to the Washington Capitals in exchange for Ryan Walter and Rick Green.

Irving Grundman worked as a city councilor for over 35 years.

Irving Grundman was recognized for his role in bringing in several large companies to do business in Montreal.

Irving Grundman ran for public office for the last time in the 2001 municipal election and characterized himself as a "fighter by nature" despite being 72 years old at the time.

Irving Grundman was arrested on April 29,2002, together with fellow councillor Rene Dussault.

Irving Grundman pleaded guilty to municipal corruption in September 2004, with eight other charges being stayed.

Irving Grundman was married to Goldie Gail for 60 years before her death.

Irving Grundman was his wife's primary caregiver during her final years, when she was afflicted with Alzheimer's disease.

Irving Grundman died at the age of 92 on February 26,2021, after a short illness.