1974-75 Topps Hockey #3 Penalty Minute Leaders Bryan Watson / Dave Schultz
Bryan Watson and Dave Schultz · Topps · Base / Statistical Leader
Player
Bryan Watson and Dave Schultz
Set
1974-75 Topps Hockey
Year
1974
Card #
#3
Condition Grade
PSA 5 (EX) - Centering is significantly shifted to the left (approx. 75/25), with evidence of soft corners and minor surface wear/discoloration.
Category
Base / Statistical Leader
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate - Schultz collectors and 'Broad Street Bullies' fans maintain a steady market for his cards, though leader cards generally command less than base cards or rookies.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$2.00 - $6.00
Graded Value
PSA 4: $10-15, PSA 5: $20-30, PSA 6: $45-60
Comparable Sales
Recent raw copies in similar mid-grade condition have sold for $3-7 on eBay. High-grade PSA 8 copies have reached $80-100, but the centering on this specimen prevents it from reaching that tier.
Description
This 1974-75 Topps Hockey card features the '73-74 Penalty Minute Leaders. On the left is Bryan Watson of the Detroit Red Wings (NHL East) and on the right is the legendary enforcer Dave 'The Hammer' Schultz of the Philadelphia Flyers (NHL West). The card features a classic dual-panel design with blue and pink headers characteristic of the mid-70s Topps hockey aesthetic.
Key Features
Includes Dave Schultz, one of the most famous enforcers in NHL history and a key member of the 'Broad Street Bullies'. This is a leaderboard card, which is popular among team collectors and player set builders.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity confidence: High. The card displays the correct dot-matrix print pattern in the portraits and authentic vintage card stock texture. This specific card is not frequently faked; most counterfeits from this era focus on superstar rookie cards.
Flaws to Note
Significant left-to-right off-centering is the primary flaw. The bottom-right corner shows visible rounding/softening. There appears to be light surface staining or 'toning' on the white borders consistent with age.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this card due to the high volume of vintage hockey set builders. It is also suitable for COMC for a 'hands-off' long-term sale.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this specific card; the grading fees will exceed the market value of a PSA 5. List with high-quality scans of both the front and back. Use keywords like 'Broad Street Bullies', 'Enforcer', and 'The Hammer' to attract Schultz fans.