Ray Martynuik (March 28, 1950 – October 20, 2013), sometimes spelled Martyniuk,[2] was a professional ice hockey goaltender.
[2] He reported to the Canadiens' training camp that year, but was unable to secure a position on the team while competing against fellow goaltenders Ken Dryden and Rogie Vachon.
After spending part of the 1972–73 season with Columbus, Martynuik was sent to the WHL's Salt Lake Golden Eagles, where he found some success and was named an all-star.
[3] Following his hockey career, Martynuik lived in Cranbrook and worked for Coca-Cola, maintaining its local vending machines.
[9] He supported the Children's Wish Foundation of Canada and Canadian Cancer Society, raising over $600,000 by organizing charity golf tournaments.