Former Capital Dave Christian, who in 1980 won a gold medal in Lake Placid after a ‘miracle’ run, is selling his Olympic gold medal. His father, Bill Christian, who won a gold medal in 1960, is selling his gold medal as well. Both players, in their respective years, beat a heavily-favored Soviet team along the way.
Christian played seven years for the Caps, including 504 games. He scored 193 goals and added 224 assists.
The medals are up for bid on Heritage Auctions. Current bid for Dave Christian’s is $150,000. Bill Christian’s is currently at $15,000.