Upper Deck, a renowned name in sports and entertainment collectibles, has scored big by sealing an exclusive autograph trading card deal with the hockey prodigy Macklin Celebrini. Fresh off signing his three-year entry-level contract with the San Jose Sharks® on July 6, Celebrini’s fans can now look forward to owning unique trading cards exclusively produced by Upper Deck. This special agreement grants Upper Deck the rights to feature Celebrini’s name, image, likeness, and autograph on various trading card collections, including popular brands like the Upper Deck Flagship Series, SP Authentic, and O-Pee-Chee-Platinum.
Eighteen-year-old phenom Macklin Celebrini made headlines when he was chosen as the number one overall pick by the San Jose Sharks® during the 2024 Upper Deck NHL Draft™ on June 28. Prior to his professional drafting, Celebrini made waves in college hockey by becoming the youngest recipient of the prestigious Hobey Baker Award in his freshman year. His exceptional 2023-24 season not only secured him the title of Hockey East Player of the Year but also earned him accolades such as Hockey East Rookie of the Year, Hockey East Scoring Champion, and the Hockey East Three-Stars Award for leading the regular season in points.
Jason Masherah, President of Upper Deck, expressed his excitement about the new addition to the Upper Deck family, stating that Macklin Celebrini’s exceptional talent had earned him a well-deserved place among hockey sensations. Masherah emphasized Upper Deck’s commitment to providing fans with an up-close look at their favorite NHL players, from established legends to rising stars like Celebrini. The partnership aims to capture Celebrini’s achievements on the ice as he gears up for his NHL debut, marking an exciting phase in his budding career.
As a special treat for fans, Upper Deck has launched a limited edition Game Dated Moments card featuring Macklin Celebrini on the Upper Deck e-Pack® platform. Fans can grab this exclusive card until July 25 at 8:59 AM PST, marking the beginning of what promises to be an exhilarating collection of Celebrini trading card products throughout the upcoming 2024-25 NHL season. Stay tuned for more exciting releases celebrating the rising star’s journey in the world of professional hockey.
