Upper Deck, a powerhouse in the realm of sports and entertainment collectibles, has proudly declared an exclusive autograph trading card partnership with rising ice hockey star, Macklin Celebrini. Fresh off signing a three-year entry-level contract with the San Jose Sharks® on July 6, Celebrini has now joined forces with Upper Deck for the creation of his very own trading card series. This exciting collaboration grants Upper Deck the exclusive rights to feature Celebrini’s name, likeness, image, and autograph on a range of trading cards, including popular collections like the Upper Deck Flagship Series, SP Authentic, and O-Pee-Chee-Platinum.
The 18-year-old prodigy, Macklin Celebrini, ascended to prominence as the top pick of the San Jose Sharks® in the 2024 Upper Deck NHL Draft™ held on June 28. His collegiate journey was nothing short of exceptional, as he clinched the Hobey Baker Award in his freshman year, solidifying his status as the nation’s top college hockey player. The 2023-24 season further saw him earn accolades such as the Hockey East Player of the Year, Hockey East Rookie of the Year, Hockey East Scoring Champion, and the recipient of the Hockey East Three-Stars Award for his remarkable regular season performance.
Jason Masherah, the President of Upper Deck, expressed excitement about the new partnership, stating, “Macklin Celebrini is a remarkable talent, and we are delighted to have him join our lineup of hockey stars. Our dedication to bringing fans closer to their favorite NHL players is showcased through this collaboration, emphasizing our commitment to showcasing both established legends and emerging talents like Celebrini. We take pride in representing him during this exciting phase of his career and eagerly anticipate capturing his on-ice success when he makes his NHL debut.”
In celebration of this significant milestone, fans can kick-off their Macklin Celebrini collection on Upper Deck e-Pack® with a limited edition Game Dated Moments card, available for a limited time until July 25 at 8:59 AM PST. Enthusiasts are encouraged to keep an eye out for additional Celebrini trading card products that will be released throughout the 2024-25 NHL season, allowing them to further commemorate the burgeoning star’s journey in the professional hockey arena.
