Historical Hockey and Sports Memorabilia Auction Spring 2025
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 4/29/2025
Johnny Bower was one of the most beloved and successful goaltenders in NHL history, known
for his fearless style, remarkable longevity, and unmatched competitiveness. Bower’s path to
NHL stardom was anything but conventional—he didn’t establish himself as a full-time NHL
starter until his mid-30s, but he quickly became the backbone of the Toronto Maple Leafs’
dynasty during the 1960s. His signature poke check, cat-like reflexes, and calm demeanor
under pressure helped lead the Leafs to four Stanley Cup championships in 1962, 1963, 1964,
and 1967—their last Cup to date. Bower’s resilience and durability were legendary. Despite
suffering numerous injuries over his career, he played until the age of 45, retiring with 552
games played and an impressive 2.51 goals-against average. His longevity and success were
rooted in his work ethic and innovative approach to goaltending, which inspired future
generations of netminders. Bower was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1976,
cementing his status as one of the all-time greats.
This Johnny Bower rookie card, graded PSA NM-MT 8, is one of just 35 in this grade, with only three
PSA 9s ranked higher out of 403 submissions to PSA over the years. The PSA holder exhibits some fine scratches but overall it remains in excellent condition.
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