1972-73 O-Pee-Chee Dan Bouchard #203 Rookie Card Atlanta Flames (EX 5)

Add depth to your vintage hockey layout with this beautiful 1972-73 O-Pee-Chee Dan Bouchard #203 Rookie Card Atlanta Flames. As a pillar of the Atlanta hockey scene throughout the 1970s, Dan Bouchard spent eight seasons guarding the net for the Flames, holding franchise records for wins and shutouts long after the team relocated to Calgary. This card features Bouchard ready for action, sporting a classic wide-stance goalie pose on the front layout. The card design utilizes the classic O-Pee-Chee card stock, which is distinct from its American Topps counterpart. The back contains a beautifully clear statistical summary of his early hockey journey along with a fun cartoon trivia box, completely readable in both English and French languages. Finding these early 1970s Canadian rookie cards in solid shape is always a win for vintage enthusiasts who cherish the history of the NHL’s southern expansion era.

Condition Report:
This card shows vibrant image quality with rich red tones in the jersey and crisp blue borders. The centering is shifted towards the right side of the card border on the front. The corners show modest signs of wear and slight softening on the tips, consistent with gentle handling over the last several decades. The edges show standard light factory rough-cut characteristics but remain free of major notches or large chips. The cardboard surface shows no sign of bending, deep creasing, or ink loss. The back displays uniform toning across the paper stock with clear, readable text. Evaluating these parameters carefully gives this card an estimated raw condition grade of EX 5.

Grade Estimate:
EX 5