1971-72 O-Pee-Chee Serge Lajeunesse #136 Rookie Card Detroit Red Wings

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1971-72 O-Pee-Chee Serge Lajeunesse #136 Rookie Card Detroit Red Wings Secure an authentic piece of rookie history with this 1971-72 O-Pee-Chee Serge Lajeunesse #136 card! This card represents the official rookie card appearance for the tough, physical defenseman who was selected as Detroit's very first draft choice in the 1970 NHL Amateur Draft. The card's front design features an action shot of Lajeunesse skating in his classic Red Wings uniform, capturing the raw energy and look of early 1970s hockey. Vintage rookie cards from this particular O-Pee-Chee series are highly sought after by collectors who love tracking the early careers of first-round draft picks. The reverse side contains the traditional O-Pee-Chee bilingual back format. The text proudly highlights his draft status as the number one choice for Detroit and details his development during his debut season in the league. The dual-language biography and historical notes add fantastic authenticity to this vintage item. This rookie card presents well with great color registration. The front centering is shifted noticeably toward the top border, which is a very common printing variation for this card series. The corners show standard softening and minor wear consistent with safe storage over the years. The edges are well-preserved, with minimal factory chipping. The back surface is in excellent condition, displaying crisp text and a clean background completely free of common wax staining. Grade Estimate: VG-EX 4