1970 O-Pee-Chee Howie Menard #124 Buffalo Sabres VG-EX

Capture a piece of early Buffalo Sabres history with this 1970 O-Pee-Chee Howie Menard #124, a vintage card from OPC’s iconic bilingual 1970–71 hockey set. This era of O-Pee-Chee is beloved for its bold green backgrounds, classic Sabres uniforms, and the unmistakable rough‑cut edges that define Canadian‑printed cards of the time. For collectors building the set or focusing on early Sabres players, this card is a must‑have. Howie Menard was a well‑traveled center who carved out a multi‑team NHL career across Chicago, Detroit, Los Angeles, Oakland, and finally Buffalo. The card back highlights his journey through the league, noting his time with the Kings and Seals before being traded to the Sabres. His NHL stat line for the 1969–70 season is featured prominently, along with a bilingual English/French biography — a signature feature of O-Pee-Chee cards from this period. The illustrated hockey graphic on the back adds to the vintage charm, making this card appealing not only to Sabres fans but also to collectors who appreciate the artistry and history of early OPC designs.

Condition Report

This card presents in VG-EX range, showing honest vintage wear while maintaining strong visual appeal:

• Front: Colors remain bright with good print clarity. Centering is slightly off left‑to‑right. Corners show mild rounding but no major creases visible.
• Edges: Typical O-Pee-Chee roughness with light chipping.
• Surface: Light handling wear; no major wrinkles or stains visible.
• Back: Fully legible bilingual text. Slight toning and edge wear consistent with age.

Overall, this is a solid mid‑grade collector copy — ideal for set builders or fans of early Sabres history.

Grade Estimate:

VG 3 to VG‑EX 4 (Raw Estimate)