Description
1970-71 O-Pee-Chee
Jean Pronovost #202 Pittsburgh Penguins (EX 5)
The Foundation of a Dynasty: The 1970-71 Jean Pronovost O-Pee-Chee #202
Step back into the golden era of the Pittsburgh Penguins with this stunning 1970-71 O-Pee-Chee Jean Pronovost #202 trading card. While his rookie card was released the prior year, this second-year issue is widely considered one of his most visually iconic cards, capturing the legendary right-winger in his classic light blue Penguins uniform. For collectors of 1970s hockey, this card is a cornerstone of any Pittsburgh franchise collection.
The Legend of Jean Pronovost
Jean Pronovost was the engine of the early Penguins' offense. A four-time 40-goal scorer, Pronovost etched his name in the history books in 1975-76 as the first player in Penguins history to record 50 goals and 100 points in a single season. Playing alongside Syl Apps Jr. and Lowell MacDonald on the famed "Century Line," he was a model of consistency and a 4-time NHL All-Star. This card represents a player who remains top-five in many of the franchise's all-time scoring categories.
Jean Pronovost was the engine of the early Penguins' offense. A four-time 40-goal scorer, Pronovost etched his name in the history books in 1975-76 as the first player in Penguins history to record 50 goals and 100 points in a single season. Playing alongside Syl Apps Jr. and Lowell MacDonald on the famed "Century Line," he was a model of consistency and a 4-time NHL All-Star. This card represents a player who remains top-five in many of the franchise's all-time scoring categories.
Authentic Canadian Heritag
This specific card is the O-Pee-Chee version, printed in Canada. It features the signature green O-Pee-Chee bilingual back, presenting player stats and a brief biographical "hook" in both English and French—a hallmark of Canadian vintage hockey cards that differentiates them from their Topps counterparts.
This specific card is the O-Pee-Chee version, printed in Canada. It features the signature green O-Pee-Chee bilingual back, presenting player stats and a brief biographical "hook" in both English and French—a hallmark of Canadian vintage hockey cards that differentiates them from their Topps counterparts.
Condition Report
This raw example is in high-end "Excellent" condition.
This raw example is in high-end "Excellent" condition.
- Centering: The card is shifted towards the bottom-right on the front, a common trait for this era.
- Corners: The top-left and bottom-left corners show light softening, while the right corners remain relatively sharp.
- Edges: Features the classic O-Pee-Chee "rough cut" on the right edge, proving its authentic production origin.
- Surface & Back: The front surface retains excellent gloss and vibrant orange color. The O-Pee-Chee bilingual back is exceptionally clean with no wax stains or markings.
Grade Estimate
EX 5 (Excellent)
The card is well-preserved with vibrant colors, though the bottom-heavy centering and slight corner wear keep it from a "Near Mint" designation.
The card is well-preserved with vibrant colors, though the bottom-heavy centering and slight corner wear keep it from a "Near Mint" designation.
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