As the winter weather takes hold across the nation, it’s time for sports card collectors to hunker down and prepare for some indoor excitement. The next few weeks are set to bring a plethora of thrilling new releases to local hobby shops, online retailers, and even breakers. Let’s take a closer look at what’s in store for sports card enthusiasts in January 2024.
– January 12, 2024: SAGE Low Series Football
Get ready for SAGE Low Series Football, a pre-draft release that’s making an early appearance on January 12. Despite the absence of team logos, this set is packed with exciting autographed cards. Each box contains 16 packs, with an autograph and seven cards in every pack. Keep an eye out for the new SP Kaleidoscope Autographs and the on-card signatures in the Next Level autograph cards. Hobby boxes are available for under $130 on eBay, and blaster boxes are also an option.
– 2022-23 Upper Deck ICE Hockey
Although the branding is still for the previous season, the 2022-23 Upper Deck ICE Hockey is now hitting the shelves. Each box offers 12 packs, with six cards in each pack, typically including an autograph or memorabilia card. The set features hard-signed Ice Premieres Auto and Auto Patch cards, as well as a 250-card base set. Signature Swatches cards take things a step further with a hard-signed autograph and game-worn jersey swatch. These boxes can be purchased for around $125.
– January 17, 2023: Bowman’s Best Baseball and 2023 Leaf Metal Draft Baseball
On January 17, brace yourself for Bowman’s Best Baseball, a release that focuses on prospects and rookies. Each Hobby box contains 12 packs, spread over two mini-boxes, and guarantees at least three Chrome autograph cards. This year’s edition also boasts an insert set by Hall of Famer Randy Johnson. The best price on eBay for these boxes is currently $289. Additionally, on the same day, 2023 Leaf Metal Draft Baseball will be hitting the market.
– January 24, 2023: Topps Stadium Club Baseball and 2023-24 Upper Deck Trilogy Hockey
Topps Stadium Club Baseball, after a delay from its original October release, is finally making its way to collectors on January 24. This set is renowned for its stunning 300-card base set, which features captivating photographs. The set is available in two Hobby box versions, with each box priced at $148. On the same day, make sure to check out the release of 2023-24 Upper Deck Trilogy Hockey, which promises two autograph and/or memorabilia cards per box.
– January 26, 2023: 2023-24 Panini Donruss Basketball and 2023 Panini Phoenix Football
On January 26, the highly anticipated 2023-24 Panini Donruss Basketball will hit the scene, introducing fat packs and Rated Rookies. Hobby boxes will contain ten packs, with each pack offering 30 cards and including one autograph. Alongside this release, we have 2023 Panini Phoenix Football, featuring boxes loaded with two autos, one memorabilia card, and various other collectibles. The price range for these boxes online is around $300-$350.
Get ready for an action-packed month of sports card releases, offering something for every collector. From football and hockey to baseball and basketball, there’s plenty to keep enthusiasts entertained. So, gather your favorite snacks and drinks, grab your lucky trading tools, and dive into the fascinating world of sports card collecting this January!
