Description
1971-72 O-Pee-Chee
Bruce Gamble #201 Philadelphia Flyers EX-MT 6
Own a piece of hockey history with the final career card of one of the game's most resilient goaltenders.
This 1971-72 O-Pee-Chee Bruce Gamble #201 captures the veteran netminder during his final professional season with the Philadelphia Flyers. Known as a "journeyman" who never quit, Gamble's story is one of the most unique in NHL lore. Most notably, during the 1971-72 season—the very year this card was produced—Gamble famously suffered a heart attack during a game against the Vancouver Canucks but finished the full 60 minutes to secure a 3-1 victory. This card serves as a lasting tribute to that legendary toughness.
Card History & Player Achievements
Bruce Gamble was a cornerstone for the Toronto Maple Leafs in the late 1960s, famously sharing the net with Hall of Famers Johnny Bower and Terry Sawchuk. He was a key member of the 1966-67 Stanley Cup-winning squad and was named the MVP of the 1968 NHL All-Star Game. This specific O-Pee-Chee issue is highly sought after by set builders for its iconic green borders and the transition of Gamble to the Flyers following the blockbuster trade for Bernie Parent.
Bruce Gamble was a cornerstone for the Toronto Maple Leafs in the late 1960s, famously sharing the net with Hall of Famers Johnny Bower and Terry Sawchuk. He was a key member of the 1966-67 Stanley Cup-winning squad and was named the MVP of the 1968 NHL All-Star Game. This specific O-Pee-Chee issue is highly sought after by set builders for its iconic green borders and the transition of Gamble to the Flyers following the blockbuster trade for Bernie Parent.
Condition Report
This card presents in excellent vintage condition, consistent with a realistic raw grade of EX-MT 6.
This card presents in excellent vintage condition, consistent with a realistic raw grade of EX-MT 6.
- Centering: The front shows typical O-Pee-Chee factory centering, slightly favoring the top and right borders.
- Corners: The corners remain relatively sharp for a 50-year-old card, with only microscopic touches of white at the tips.
- Edges: Displays the characteristic "rough cut" synonymous with O-Pee-Chee's 1971 wire-cutting process, maintaining strong eye appeal without significant chipping.
- Surface: Excellent color preservation with no visible creases or surface indentations. The O-Pee-Chee bilingual back is clean and free of any wax staining or ink marks, providing the full stats and bio in both English and French.
Grade Estimate
EX-MT 6 (A strong, clean mid-to-high grade example with typical O-Pee-Chee centering).
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