Bert Olmstead date of birth:
September 4, 1926
How old was Bert Olmstead when died?
89
Where was Bert Olmstead born?
Sceptre, Saskatchewan
When did Bert Olmstead die?
November 16, 2015
How tall is Bert Olmstead?
6' 1" (185 cm)
How much does Bert Olmstead weigh?
180 lbs (81.6 kg)
What is Bert Olmstead nationality?
Canadian
What is Bert Olmstead's occupation?
Ice Hockey Player
Short Biography
Murray Albert Olmstead (September 4, 1926 – November 16, 2015) was a Canadian professional ice hockey left winger who played for the Montreal Canadiens, Chicago Black Hawks and Toronto Maple Leafs in the National Hockey League (NHL). Olmstead began his career with the Black Hawks in 1949. In December 1950, he was traded to the Montreal Canadiens via Detroit. Olmstead had his best statistical years playing for Montreal, leading the league in assists in 1954–55 with 48, and setting a league record for assists with 56 the following season. Olmstead was claimed in an Intra-League Draft by Toronto Maple Leafs in 1958, and played there until his retirement in 1962.