Upper Deck, renowned for its sports and entertainment collectibles, has proudly revealed its exclusive autograph trading card agreement with rising ice hockey star Macklin Celebrini. Fresh off signing a three-year entry-level contract with the San Jose Sharks® on July 6, Upper Deck will be the sole producer of Celebrini’s trading cards. This deal grants Upper Deck the rights to showcase Celebrini’s name, image, likeness, and autograph across various popular card series like the Upper Deck Flagship, SP Authentic, and O-Pee-Chee-Platinum.
At just 18 years old, Celebrini made history as the top pick by the San Jose Sharks® in the 2024 Upper Deck NHL Draft™ on June 28. His impressive collegiate career includes becoming the youngest recipient of the Hobey Baker Award in his freshman season, recognizing him as the country’s top college player. Moreover, Celebrini’s exceptional 2023-24 campaign saw him sweeping accolades such as Hockey East Player of the Year, Rookie of the Year, Scoring Champion, and the Three-Stars Award for leading the regular season in points.
Jason Masherah, President of Upper Deck, expressed excitement about adding Celebrini to their lineup of hockey talents. He emphasized the company’s commitment to bringing fans closer to NHL players, both established legends and emerging stars. Masherah highlighted the pride in representing Celebrini at this pivotal juncture in his career and anticipated capturing his on-ice achievements once he debuts in the NHL.
To mark this significant partnership, fans can kickstart their Macklin Celebrini card collection on Upper Deck e-Pack® with an exclusive Game Dated Moments card. This limited edition offer is available until July 25 at 8:59 AM PST. Additionally, enthusiasts can look forward to more Celebrini trading card releases throughout the upcoming 2024-25 NHL season, promising a thrilling collection for avid collectors and fans alike.
