Description
1971-72 O-Pee-Chee
Jacques Lemaire #71 Montreal Canadiens EX-MT 6
The "Boom" Behind the Dynasty: A 1971-72 O-Pee-Chee Classic
Own a piece of Montreal Canadiens history with this stunning 1971-72 O-Pee-Chee Jacques Lemaire #71. This card captures the legendary "Boomer" during the peak of the Habs’ 1970s dominance. Known for possessing one of the hardest shots in hockey history, Lemaire was a cornerstone of eight Stanley Cup championship teams in Montreal. This specific card is a must-have for vintage hockey collectors, featuring the iconic "psychedelic" team name font and circular frame design that defined one of O-Pee-Chee's most beloved sets.
Own a piece of Montreal Canadiens history with this stunning 1971-72 O-Pee-Chee Jacques Lemaire #71. This card captures the legendary "Boomer" during the peak of the Habs’ 1970s dominance. Known for possessing one of the hardest shots in hockey history, Lemaire was a cornerstone of eight Stanley Cup championship teams in Montreal. This specific card is a must-have for vintage hockey collectors, featuring the iconic "psychedelic" team name font and circular frame design that defined one of O-Pee-Chee's most beloved sets.
Player Highlights & Card History
The 1971-72 season was monumental for Lemaire. The back of this card immortalizes his legendary 80-foot goal in Game 7 of the 1971 Stanley Cup Finals, a shot that beat Tony Esposito and sparked a massive comeback victory for the Canadiens. Lemaire wasn't just a goal scorer; he was a versatile two-way threat who finished his career with 835 points in 853 games and was later inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1984. This O-Pee-Chee edition is particularly desirable for its bilingual back, providing player stats and a charming "Boom!" cartoon in both English and French—a hallmark of Canadian hobby heritage.
The 1971-72 season was monumental for Lemaire. The back of this card immortalizes his legendary 80-foot goal in Game 7 of the 1971 Stanley Cup Finals, a shot that beat Tony Esposito and sparked a massive comeback victory for the Canadiens. Lemaire wasn't just a goal scorer; he was a versatile two-way threat who finished his career with 835 points in 853 games and was later inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1984. This O-Pee-Chee edition is particularly desirable for its bilingual back, providing player stats and a charming "Boom!" cartoon in both English and French—a hallmark of Canadian hobby heritage.
Condition Report
This card presents in EX-MT 6 condition, offering excellent eye appeal for a raw vintage single.
This card presents in EX-MT 6 condition, offering excellent eye appeal for a raw vintage single.
- Corners: The corners show very light touches of wear, most notably on the upper right, but maintain a pleasing, relatively sharp squareness consistent with an Excellent-Mint grade.
- Edges: The edges are exceptionally clean for the era, avoiding the heavy "rough cut" often seen in 1971 OPC production.
- Centering: Centering is strong, approximately 60/40 to 65/35, which is well above average for this notoriously difficult-to-center set.
- Surface: The front maintains vibrant colors with a smooth gloss, while the bilingual back is clean with no staining or wax marks.
Grade Estimate: EX-MT 6 (Realistic Raw Estimate)
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