Bearing the nickname “Peter the Great” and “Foppa” Peter Forsberg will always be recognized as one of the greatest hockey players of all time. In 2017 the NHL named Forsberg as one of the 100 Greatest NHL Players in history as part of the league’s 100th year anniversary celebration. Forsberg has always been known for his excellent combination of skill and physical play with outstanding playmaking skills and great vision. “Foppa” played parts of 11 seasons with the Avalanche (one season with the Nordiques before moving to Colorado), in that time he helped the Avalanche to Stanley Cup titles in 1996 and 2001. Forsberg would retire in 2011 due to a foot injury, his number was retired by the Avalanche prior to the beginning of the following season.

This image is autographed by Peter Forsberg. Forsberg’s signature was witnessed by an Upper Deck representative as part of UDA’s 5-step authentication process.