Description
1970-71 O-Pee-Chee
Ron Schock #91 Pittsburgh Penguins (VG-EX 4)
The Captain’s Early Years in the Steel City
Capture a piece of Pittsburgh hockey history with this authentic 1970-71 O-Pee-Chee Ron Schock #91 card. As the Penguins were establishing their identity in the early 1970s, Ron Schock was the reliable engine in the middle, known for his work ethic and leadership. This card showcases Schock in the classic "powder blue" Penguins sweater, a fan-favorite look from the era.
Capture a piece of Pittsburgh hockey history with this authentic 1970-71 O-Pee-Chee Ron Schock #91 card. As the Penguins were establishing their identity in the early 1970s, Ron Schock was the reliable engine in the middle, known for his work ethic and leadership. This card showcases Schock in the classic "powder blue" Penguins sweater, a fan-favorite look from the era.
Card History and Player Profile
The 1970-71 O-Pee-Chee set is a cornerstone of vintage hockey collecting, famous for its first-ever inclusion of the Buffalo Sabres and Vancouver Canucks. Ron Schock was a vital part of this era, eventually serving as the Penguins' captain from 1973 to 1977. Over his 15-season NHL career, Schock played 909 games and recorded 517 points. His best statistical year came in 1974-75 when he exploded for a career-high 86 points, cementing his legacy as one of the franchise's most important early leaders.
The 1970-71 O-Pee-Chee set is a cornerstone of vintage hockey collecting, famous for its first-ever inclusion of the Buffalo Sabres and Vancouver Canucks. Ron Schock was a vital part of this era, eventually serving as the Penguins' captain from 1973 to 1977. Over his 15-season NHL career, Schock played 909 games and recorded 517 points. His best statistical year came in 1974-75 when he exploded for a career-high 86 points, cementing his legacy as one of the franchise's most important early leaders.
Specific Condition Report
This vintage O-Pee-Chee Ron Schock #91 is a fantastic candidate for a mid-grade collector.
This vintage O-Pee-Chee Ron Schock #91 is a fantastic candidate for a mid-grade collector.
- Corners: The bottom-right corner shows visible softening and a touch of white, while the other three corners remain relatively sharp with only minor touches.
- Edges: The edges are clean with the typical rough O-Pee-Chee wire-cut look that collectors look for as a sign of authenticity.
- Centering: The card features a noticeable shift toward the bottom-right border.
- Surface: The front surface maintains great color against the orange background, with very light "print snow" typical of 1970s OPC card stock.
- Back: Features the classic O-Pee-Chee bilingual back in English and French. The back is clean with no ink marks, pencil notation, or significant staining.
Grade Estimate:
VG-EX 4. The card presents very well but is held back from a higher grade primarily by the centering and the softening on the bottom corners.
VG-EX 4. The card presents very well but is held back from a higher grade primarily by the centering and the softening on the bottom corners.
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