The hobby has changed a great deal since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, and this weekend’s Sport Card and Memorabilia Expo at the Toronto International Centre reflects that. But despite the hoards of new collectors, the thousands that came back to the hobby during the various lockdowns, and the new ways collectors can buy and sell cards, there is a distinct old school … [Read more...] about Upper Deck Tim Hortons Cards Strong On The Floor At Toronto Expo
2021-22 hockey cards
Upper Deck: NHL License Extension Offers ‘Clarity’ for Company, Collectors
Upper Deck can be compared to the Elton John song, “I’m Still Standing.” MLB, the NFL and NBA and their players unions struck card and memorabilia deals with Fanatics in August, leaving Topps and Panini in the lurch. But Upper Deck maintained its hold on the NHL when it agreed to a long-term extension with the league and the NHLPA to keep its exclusive agreement. That … [Read more...] about Upper Deck: NHL License Extension Offers ‘Clarity’ for Company, Collectors
More To UD Series 1, 2 Hockey Than Young Guns
Hockey season is once again upon us, and this year there is a trifecta of rookies that will drive early demand for 2021-22 Upper Deck Series 1 and Series 2 Young Guns cards. Forwards Cole Caufield of the Montreal Canadiens and Quinton Byfield of the Los Angeles Kings, and goaltender Spencer Knight of the Florida Panthers are expected to drive early demand for Upper Deck this … [Read more...] about More To UD Series 1, 2 Hockey Than Young Guns
Upper Deck Unveils Plans for 2021-22 Synergy Hockey
The Upper Deck Company has announced its plans for 2021-22 Synergy Hockey. This is Upper Deck’s fifth release of Synergy, known for its low production and low serial numbering. This year, Upper Deck has gone heavy on the parallels, trying to deliver as many low serial numbers per box as possible. The brand, one of the most limited products of the year from Upper Deck, will … [Read more...] about Upper Deck Unveils Plans for 2021-22 Synergy Hockey
Hobby Still Awaiting Fully Opened US-Canada Border
When we talk about borders in the sports card industry, we are usually referring to the centering of a Wayne Gretzky O-Pee-Chee rookie card or a Michael Jordan Fleer rookie card. But the borders currently affecting the sports card industry are the land crossings between the United States and Canada. On August 9, Canada finally opened its borders to fully vaccinated … [Read more...] about Hobby Still Awaiting Fully Opened US-Canada Border
Upper Deck Helps Kraken Turn Expansion Draft Into Hobby Event
The Seattle Kraken now have something they have been missing since they were announced as the 32nd team in the NHL. Players. The Kraken held their expansion draft Wednesday in Seattle. It was the biggest NHL expansion draft ever held, as far as an event goes, and they even had Upper Deck as a corporate sponsor. This draft was different than the Vegas Golden Knights’ … [Read more...] about Upper Deck Helps Kraken Turn Expansion Draft Into Hobby Event
Caufield’s Playoff Performance Fueling Anticipation for His 2021-22 RCs
Even if the Montreal Canadiens’ magical Zamboni may soon turn back into a pumpkin, there is no doubt that their playoff run has captured the imaginations of hockey fans everywhere. The Canadiens were the New York Yankees of hockey, and they were just as polarizing. But the Canadiens have not hoisted the Stanley Cup since 1993. Most of the 35,000 fans jammed into the streets … [Read more...] about Caufield’s Playoff Performance Fueling Anticipation for His 2021-22 RCs
Topps NHL Stickers Set to Return in 2021-22
Upper Deck may have the NHL's exclusive trading card license, but Topps will once again be in the game on at least one level next season. Their 2021-22 NHL stickers will return during the holidays, with an extensive collection in the works. 2021-22 Topps NHL Stickers Info and Base Set Like most sticker products, they'll come 50 packs to a box with four stickers per … [Read more...] about Topps NHL Stickers Set to Return in 2021-22
Topps Will Again Produce NHL Sticker Set in 2020-21
Topps dipped a toe back into one of the "other" major sports when it secured the rights to produce the NHL's player stickers for 2019-20. Now, the company is touting its second edition. The 2020-21 Topps NHL stickers will be out in September with a set of 670. 2020-21 Topps NHL Stickers Configuration and Base Set Like most sticker products, there will be 50 … [Read more...] about Topps Will Again Produce NHL Sticker Set in 2020-21