1971-72 O-Pee-Chee Orland Kurtenbach #42 Vancouver Canucks

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1971-72 O-Pee-Chee Orland Kurtenbach #42 Vancouver Canucks Acquire a true cornerstone piece of West Coast hockey with this 1971-72 O-Pee-Chee Orland Kurtenbach card. This item provides an amazing hook for collectors focused on leadership and franchise history, as it features the very first captain of the Vancouver Canucks. Kurtenbach was a consummate leader and a respected veteran center who brought stability, grit, and veteran poise to the expansion team. The reverse side tells the triumphant story of his return from spinal surgery to lead his team, earning immense respect from teammates and opponents alike. The card boasts the sought-after O-Pee-Chee bilingual back, ensuring his inspiring story is told in both English and French. A comprehensive reveals that the corners exhibit light touch wear but avoid severe rounding. The edges are uniform with minor signs of shelf wear. The centering on the back is shifted toward the right side of the border but remains fully within standard vintage specifications. The paper stock is clean, bright, and completely free from any surface wrinkles or spider creases. This is a brilliant mid-grade example of a foundational hockey card. Grade Estimate: VG-EX 4