1971-72 O-Pee-Chee Ted Green #6 Inspirational Leader Boston Bruins (EX 5)

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1971-72 O-Pee-Chee Ted Green #6 Inspirational Leader Boston Bruins (EX 5) Acquire a symbol of ultimate hockey resilience with this 1971-72 O-Pee-Chee Ted Green hockey card. Known affectionately as "Terrible Teddy," Green was a fierce, tough-as-nails defenseman who served as the emotional heartbeat of the Boston Bruins' blue line. This specific card carries immense historical weight, as it marks his inspirational return to the ice following a life-threatening head injury suffered during a 1969 exhibition game. His courageous comeback is one of the most legendary stories in Boston sports history, making this card a highly meaningful addition to any collection. The reverse features a classic O-Pee-Chee bilingual back that explicitly addresses his miraculous recovery, noting that "after his near-fatal injury in 1969, Ted came back to play in every one of his team's 78 regular season games." The text honors his incredible determination and leadership, which culminated in him winning multiple Stanley Cups as a player and later as a coach. This card is a stunning piece of sports history that goes far beyond simple statistics. This historic single is in Excellent condition. The front picture exhibits strong color depth and high-quality printing, showcasing Green inside the traditional blue oval border. The centering is shifted slightly towards the lower border but retains an incredibly clean frame profile. The corners show standard uniform touches of softness on the tips, completely avoiding any serious creasing or layering. The edges are intact with clean cuts along the sides. The reverse side is very tidy, offering easy-to-read text columns and no unwanted stains or ink marks. Grade Estimate: EX 5