Upper Deck, a powerhouse in sports and entertainment collectibles, has hit a home run by sealing an exclusive autograph trading card deal with the rising star of ice hockey, Macklin Celebrini. Fresh off his official signing with the San Jose Sharks® on July 6 for a three-year entry-level NHL contract, Celebrini’s fans can now get their hands on his exclusive Upper Deck trading cards. This special agreement grants Upper Deck the rights to feature Celebrini’s name, image, likeness, and autograph on a range of trading cards, including popular series like the Upper Deck Flagship Series, SP Authentic, and O-Pee-Chee-Platinum.
At just 18 years old, Macklin Celebrini made waves by being selected as the number one overall pick by the San Jose Sharks® in the 2024 Upper Deck NHL Draft™ on June 28. The young phenom achieved remarkable feats during his college career, where he made history as the youngest player to clinch the prestigious Hobey Baker Award in his freshman year. Celebrini’s exceptional 2023-24 season saw him sweep accolades such as Hockey East Player of the Year, Hockey East Rookie of the Year, Hockey East Scoring Champion, and the Hockey East Three-Stars Award for leading the regular season in points.
Jason Masherah, the President of Upper Deck, expressed his excitement about this partnership, highlighting Celebrini’s exceptional talent and the company’s commitment to engaging fans with their favorite NHL players. Masherah emphasized that Celebrini’s addition to Upper Deck’s roster signifies their dedication to showcasing both established legends and emerging stars in the world of hockey. The company is honored to represent Celebrini during this crucial juncture of his career and is eagerly anticipating capturing his on-ice achievements once he debuts in the NHL.
To mark this significant collaboration, fans can kickstart their Macklin Celebrini collection on Upper Deck e-Pack® with a limited edition Game Dated Moments card. This special collectible will be available until July 25 at 8:59 AM PST. Additionally, fans can look forward to an array of Celebrini trading card products being released throughout the upcoming 2024-25 NHL season, promising an exciting time for collectors and fans alike as they celebrate the young star’s journey in the NHL.
