Upper Deck, a renowned name in the world of sports and entertainment collectibles, is making waves once again with its latest announcement. The global leader has proudly unveiled an exclusive autograph trading card deal with none other than ice hockey prodigy, Macklin Celebrini. Fresh off his signing with the San Jose Sharks® on July 6, inking a lucrative three-year entry-level NHL contract, Celebrini’s star continues to rise as he secures another major partnership with Upper Deck.
The collaboration will see Upper Deck taking on the exclusive production of Celebrini’s trading cards, giving fans an opportunity to own a piece of history. With rights to utilize his name, image, likeness, and most importantly, his autograph, Upper Deck will feature Celebrini across its popular brands such as the prestigious Upper Deck Flagship Series, SP Authentic, and O-Pee-Chee-Platinum.
Macklin Celebrini, a name that is quickly becoming synonymous with talent and promise, made headlines as the number one overall pick by the San Jose Sharks® in the historic 2024 Upper Deck NHL Draft™ held on June 28. The 18-year-old sensation had already begun making waves during his college stint, securing the title of the youngest player ever to clinch the esteemed Hobey Baker Award in his debut year, a recognition bestowed upon the nation’s best college player. His exceptional 2023-24 season further solidified his prowess, earning him accolades such as Hockey East Player of the Year, Hockey East Rookie of the Year, Hockey East Scoring Champion, and the prestigious Hockey East Three-Stars Award for leading the regular season in points.
Jason Masherah, President of Upper Deck, expressed his excitement about this new partnership, highlighting Celebrini’s exceptional talent and the company’s commitment to bringing fans closer to their favorite NHL stars. Masherah emphasized Upper Deck’s dedication to featuring a diverse roster of players, from seasoned veterans to emerging talents, with Celebrini being a prime example of the latter. The team at Upper Deck is eager to represent Celebrini during this pivotal moment in his career and is looking forward to capturing his future triumphs on the ice once he makes his professional NHL debut.
As a special treat for fans eager to start their Macklin Celebrini collection, Upper Deck is offering a limited edition Game Dated Moments card on Upper Deck e-Pack®. This exclusive card will be available for a limited time, running until July 25 at 8:59 AM PST. Fans are encouraged to seize this opportunity to kickstart their Celebrini trading card collection and should stay tuned for additional exciting products featuring the young star throughout the upcoming 2024-25 NHL season.
