Description
1970-71 O-Pee-Chee
Bryan Hextall #94 Pittsburgh Penguins (VG 3)
Step onto the ice with a piece of Pittsburgh hockey history. This 1970-71 O-Pee-Chee Bryan Hextall card captures the gritty essence of the expansion era Penguins. Hextall, a cornerstone of the early Penguins rosters, was known for his tenacity and leadership. This second-year card is a must-have for team set collectors looking to complete their 1970 OPC run.
Bryan Hextall Jr. hailed from hockey royalty. His father, Bryan Hextall Sr., is a legendary New York Rangers Hall of Famer. Bryan Jr. carved his own path, playing over 500 NHL games and becoming a fan favorite in Pittsburgh during their formative years. In the 1970-71 season, Hextall was a key contributor to a Penguins team finding its identity in the newly expanded league.
This classic O-Pee-Chee issue features the iconic "stick and puck" design on the front and the essential bilingual back. Unlike its Topps counterpart, this O-Pee-Chee version includes both English and French text, making it a true Canadian classic. The card's back remains clean, with the vital statistics and career records clearly legible, preserving the historical data from Hextall's early professional years.
Condition Report:
- Corners: Noticeable rounding on all four corners, typical for a raw card of this age.
- Edges: Visible edge wear and chipping, particularly along the top border on the front.
- Centering: Front centering is slightly shifted toward the top and right.
- Surface: The front displays some surface wear and minor scuffing. The back is remarkably clean for the grade, with the bilingual O-Pee-Chee text fully intact and clear.
- Grade Estimate: I estimate this card to be in VG 3 condition. It shows clear signs of age and handling but remains a solid, authentic filler for a vintage collection.
⭐ Grade Estimate: VG 3 (Very Good)
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