1969-70 O-Pee-Chee Eddie Shack #139 “The Entertainer” Los Angeles Kings Raw (EX 5)

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1969-70 O-Pee-Chee Eddie Shack #139 "The Entertainer" Los Angeles Kings Raw (EX 5) Add a legendary character to your vintage hockey collection with this 1969-70 O-Pee-Chee Eddie Shack card #139. Known across the hockey world as "The Entertainer," Eddie Shack was one of the most charismatic, hard-hitting, and beloved figures of his era. This specific card captures his stint with the Los Angeles Kings in their distinct early purple and gold era, featuring the iconic hockey stick border design unique to this highly collectible test-of-time set. On the reverse side, you will find the classic O-Pee-Chee bilingual layout with English and French cartoon bio details detailing his status as a "People's Choice" favorite across multiple original six teams before arriving in LA. It is an excellent addition for any set builder or fan of vintage hockey lore looking to capture the spirit of late 60s expansion hockey. This card features solid presentation values with moderate, honest wear appropriate for a mid-grade vintage designation. The corners show slight fuzzy softening but retain their structural shape nicely without any major rounding. The edges are largely intact, showing typical light O-Pee-Chee rough-cut chipping that collectors prize as a hallmark of true authenticity. Centering is heavily shifted toward the top border on the front, while the back presents clear text alignment. The surface displays strong registration with bright print colors and has no heavy creases, grading at a solid, conservative raw estimate. Grade Estimate: EX 5