Upper Deck, a prominent name in the world of sports and entertainment collectibles, has recently revealed an exclusive autograph trading card contract with the rising ice hockey star Macklin Celebrini. Following his selection as the number one overall pick by the San Jose Sharks® in the 2024 NHL Draft, Celebrini made headlines by signing a three-year entry-level contract with the team on July 6. Now, Upper Deck is set to be the sole producer of Celebrini’s trading cards, holding the rights to showcase his name, image, autograph, and likeness across various collections such as the renowned Upper Deck Flagship Series, SP Authentic, and O-Pee-Chee-Platinum.
At just 18 years old, Macklin Celebrini has quickly made a name for himself in the hockey world. His exceptional talent and performance led to him being chosen as the top pick in the 2024 NHL Draft by the San Jose Sharks® on June 28. Prior to this achievement, Celebrini made waves during his college career by becoming the youngest recipient of the prestigious Hobey Baker Award in his freshman year, an honor that recognizes the top collegiate player in the nation. Moreover, his remarkable 2023-24 season saw him clinch several accolades including the titles of Hockey East Player of the Year, Hockey East Rookie of the Year, Hockey East Scoring Champion, and the coveted Hockey East Three-Stars Award for his outstanding regular season performance.
Jason Masherah, the President of Upper Deck, expressed his excitement about the collaboration with Macklin Celebrini, stating, “Macklin Celebrini is an exceptional talent, and we are delighted to have him join our roster of hockey stars. Our goal is to bring fans closer to their favorite NHL players, and adding Celebrini to our collection underscores our commitment to highlighting both established veterans and rising talents. We are honored to represent him during this momentous phase in his career and anticipate capturing his on-ice success once he debuts in the NHL.”
In celebration of this significant partnership, fans can begin building their Macklin Celebrini collection on Upper Deck e-Pack® with a special limited edition Game Dated Moments card. This exclusive card will be available for purchase starting now until July 25 at 8:59 AM PST. Additionally, supporters can look forward to a range of other Celebrini trading card products that will be released throughout the upcoming 2024-25 NHL season, offering a unique opportunity to commemorate the young star’s journey in the hockey realm.