Hi Joel,
Topps only had the rights to the 4 American based teams, while Parkhurst had the Canadiens and the Maple Leafs. This situation continued until Parkhurst dropped out after the 1963-64 season and Topps then had all 6 teams. I remember reading in an interview that the owner of Parkhurst felt that the cost for the rights had gotten too expensive so he let Topps go it alone. I hope that helps.
I have always wondered why none of the 6 expansion teams were printed in the 1967 set. Does anyone know?
Thanks,
Jeff
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