The game of hockey was aiming to grow in the 1960s and as the NHL was ready to move from the Original Six era to a 12-team league. Before expansion, it was tough to crack a roster and it was tough for a special talent to make it up - even for a few games. Sometimes, these players might have found themselves a hockey card, too. However, even the stars can become forgotten … [Read more...] about 10 Underrated Hockey Rookie Cards of the 1960s
1960s Hockey Rookie Cards
1969-70 Topps Hockey Set Reflected NHL’s Growth
The 1960s were a time of upheaval and growth for the NHL, and the 1969-70 Topps hockey set put the finishing touches to a decade of change. Topps' wax packs now carried a few more cards but the prices in each sport had morphed from a nickel to a dime between the spring release of baseball and the fall and winter sports. Each pack contained a pair of player stamps (more … [Read more...] about 1969-70 Topps Hockey Set Reflected NHL’s Growth
1961-62 Topps Hockey: Innovation On Ice and Cardboard
The early 1960s were an era filled with excitement for young Canadian hockey fans who had plenty of opportunities to collect items featuring their on-ice heroes. Whether it was the extremely popular Shiriff coins, octagonal cards distributed by York Peanut Butter, or even the venerable photos produced by Beehive Corn Syrup, there were plenty of "oddball" issues to keep you busy … [Read more...] about 1961-62 Topps Hockey: Innovation On Ice and Cardboard
1968-69 O-Pee-Chee Hockey Set an Important Issue
2018 will mark the 50th anniversary of the landmark 1968-69 O-Pee-Chee hockey card set. The issue featured an innovative design, a key rookie card, and plenty of stars. It was also the largest hockey set issued to that date. Here's a closer look at what became the first modern O-Pee-Chee issue. 1968-69 O-Pee-Chee Basics Working closely with American brand Topps, … [Read more...] about 1968-69 O-Pee-Chee Hockey Set an Important Issue