Description
1971-72 O-Pee-Chee
Johnny Bucyk #249 Lady Byng Memorial Trophy Boston Bruins EX-MT 6
Celebrate a Legend of the Ice with this 1971-72 O-Pee-Chee Johnny Bucyk Lady Byng Trophy card!
This is more than just a piece of cardboard; it is a tribute to "The Chief," Johnny Bucyk, during one of the most prolific stretches of his Hall of Fame career. Entering the 1970s, Bucyk remained a dominant force for the Big Bad Bruins, and this card specifically commemorates his remarkable 1970-71 season where he earned the Lady Byng Memorial Trophy. This award is reserved for the player who best combines gentlemanly conduct with a high standard of playing ability—a perfect description of Bucyk’s legacy.
This is more than just a piece of cardboard; it is a tribute to "The Chief," Johnny Bucyk, during one of the most prolific stretches of his Hall of Fame career. Entering the 1970s, Bucyk remained a dominant force for the Big Bad Bruins, and this card specifically commemorates his remarkable 1970-71 season where he earned the Lady Byng Memorial Trophy. This award is reserved for the player who best combines gentlemanly conduct with a high standard of playing ability—a perfect description of Bucyk’s legacy.
In that historic season, Bucyk became only the fifth player in NHL history to reach the 51-goal plateau. Remarkably, he achieved this offensive feat while accruing only eight penalty minutes all season, a testament to his unparalleled sportsmanship. This card, #249 in the iconic 1971-72 O-Pee-Chee set, captures that moment of history for any serious Boston Bruins or hockey trophy collector.
The O-Pee-Chee Distinction
As an O-Pee-Chee (OPC) release, this card features the classic bilingual back, providing the Lady Byng history in both English and French. Collectors prize OPC versions over their Topps counterparts for their distinct card stock and the cultural heritage of Canadian hockey history they represent.
As an O-Pee-Chee (OPC) release, this card features the classic bilingual back, providing the Lady Byng history in both English and French. Collectors prize OPC versions over their Topps counterparts for their distinct card stock and the cultural heritage of Canadian hockey history they represent.
Condition Report:
This specimen is a sharp mid-to-high grade example of a tough vintage set:
This specimen is a sharp mid-to-high grade example of a tough vintage set:
- Centering: Features strong eye appeal with centering roughly 60/40 to 65/35 top-to-bottom and side-to-side on the front.
- Corners: All four corners are relatively sharp with only very minor "touches" or whitening visible under magnification, primarily on the top right.
- Edges: Shows the typical "rough cut" edges characteristic of the 1971 OPC production process, which collectors often prefer as a sign of authenticity.
- Surface: The front maintains excellent gloss and vibrant colors. The back is clean with no significant staining, ink marks, or "wax gum" residue often found in this series.
Grade Estimate
EX-MT 6 (Excellent-Mint)
The card presents exceptionally well with sharp corners and a clean surface. It avoids the severe off-centering and jagged "miscuts" that frequently plague the 1971-72 OPC set.
The card presents exceptionally well with sharp corners and a clean surface. It avoids the severe off-centering and jagged "miscuts" that frequently plague the 1971-72 OPC set.
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