The sports card world is buzzing with anticipation as a slew of highly anticipated releases are set to hit the shelves in the upcoming weeks. From the luxurious 2022-23 Panini Immaculate Basketball to the expansive 2023-24 Upper Deck O-Pee-Chee Hockey, collectors are in for a treat with a variety of premium memorabilia and autograph cards up for grabs.
Let’s take a closer look at the highlights of the upcoming releases in the closing days of January and early February.
Closing Out January:
2022-23 Panini Immaculate Basketball (Available from 1/31): After a slight delay from its original December launch, this high-tier set is finally here. Though it might have missed the mark on Wemby cards, it compensates with standout rookies from the 2022-23 season, including the highly touted Paolo Banchero. Each tin contains a single pack with six cards, featuring three autographs and two memorabilia cards showcasing unique pieces like sneakers and championship memorabilia.
2023 Topps Diamond Icons (Available from 1/31): If you’re a fan of premium cards and the thrill of the chase, Diamond Icons is the set for you. Each box delivers ten cards, consisting of seven autographs, two autographed relics, and one relic card, all limited to a print run of 25 or fewer. This year introduces the Black PoluchromatINK and White PlychromatINK autograph subsets, featuring signatures in various metallic inks and all serially numbered to 15 or less.
Also releasing on 1/31: 2022-23 Upper Deck Credentials Hockey and 2023 Panini Prime Racing.
Early February Debuts:
2023-24 Upper Deck O-Pee-Chee Hockey (Releasing on 2/7): If you appreciate a vast base set, O-Pee-Chee Hockey is the perfect release for you. This set offers a whopping 600 cards, including a 100-card subset dedicated to last season’s all-stars and Marquee rookies. The focus here is on the base set, parallels, and inserts, with boxes containing 18 packs, each with ten cards.
2023 Topps Luminaries Baseball (Releasing on 2/7): Continuing its legacy, Luminaries guarantees an encased autograph or autograph relic card in a single-pack box, with all cards numbered to 15 or less. Look out for the sought-after book cards featuring up to 50 players.
2022-23 Panini Flawless Baseball (Releasing on 2/7): Flawless makes a comeback with its luxury briefcase packaging. Each pack contains ten cards, including seven autographs, two relics, and one gem card. Special finds in this release include Bat Knobs, Bat Nameplates, and Cleat Spikes, along with rare 1-of-1 cut autographs and memorabilia cards. Be prepared to find listings for boxes at around $2,000 on eBay.
Additional releases on 2/7 include 2023 Panini Rookies & Stars Football, 2023 Panini Chronicles Racing, and 2023-24 Panini Prizm Premier League Soccer.
These upcoming weeks in the sports card world are brimming with releases that cater to a wide range of collectors. Whether you’re a fan of premium basketball cards or classic hockey sets, there’s something exciting for everyone. So mark your calendars and get ready to add some fantastic pieces to your collection!
