Memorabilia has long been popular with card collectors and Upper Deck uses SP Game Used to fill this demand. The 2011-12 SPGU offering allowed collectors and opportunity at several different types of memorabilia cards, including several nameplate and numberplate sets. These were often accentuated with autographs, and some of the more popular ones have been known […]
Ninja Update: 2011-12 SP Authentic
Upper Deck’s SP line of cards have always been some of the more popular releases by the company. These usually feature the best memorabilia and autographs of the mid-range releases and offer decent value for the customer. 2011-12 SP Authentic lives up to this promise by offering 3 autos per box, 1 of which is […]
Ninja Update: 2011-12 O-Pee-Chee
The longest running brand in hockey collecting, O-Pee-Chee is a favorite of fans. Although it is not high-end, the 2011-12 O-Pee-Chee release combines affordability with a classic style and satisfies fans desire to rip packs. The product is centered around parallels and inserts, but does, none-the-less provide limited opportunities at autographs and memorabilia cards. Given […]
2017 President’s Choice Blue and White Centennial – Checklist Added
Blue and White Centennial is the debut product for President’s Choice Hockey, a new venture by Dr. Brian Price, former owner of In The Game. Dr. Price returns to the hobby after a couple years absence following the sale of ITG to Leaf. This debut product marks the 100th Anniversary of the Toronto Maple Leafs, […]
2016-17 SP Game Used Odds Sheet
Upper Deck has brought SP Game Used back for another season with it’s 2016-17 offering. The product has undergone a slight change, now offering 6 cards rather than the previous 5. A small price reduction has also been reported by the company. With plenty of memorabilia and autographs included there are numerous sets requiring pack […]
Ninja Update: 2011-12 Score
A decidedly low-end product, Score Hockey appeals to the younger collector, who may not be able to afford the larger products. Additionally with over 500 base cards, it is perfect for set builders who enjoy a challenge. While traditional “hits” are not the focus of the product, they do exist. Score Signatures, and Hot Rookie […]
Ninja Update: 2011-12 Rookie Anthology
2011-12 Rookie Anthology, like other years of RA, is a collection of update sets from across Panini’s product line. While it avoids the big names such as Dominion and Prime, it offers up plenty of Crown Royale, Certified. Luxury Suite, and Pinnacle. This mish-mash of products means that a variety of hits are available in […]
Ninja Update: 2011-12 Panini Pinnacle
Panini Pinnacle is a product that is geared towards the younger collectors, whose budgets may not allow for the freedom that older collectors may have. With no guarantee of an autograph, and only 2 memorabilia hits per box, Pinnacle manages to stay affordable meaning that it is nothing to grab a couple packs as an […]
Breaking News: UD Series 2 Young Guns List Released
Upper Deck has just released the list of Series 2 Young Guns, which is currently scheduled for release February 15th. YOUNG GUNS CANVAS LIST NOW AVAILABLE!!! Collectors can expect to find 6 of these cards per hobby box of Upper Deck Series 2 Hockey. Check back here or on Breakninja.com as more list become available. Series […]
Ninja Update: 2011-12 Parkhurst Champions
The 2011-12 collecting year saw Upper Deck revive the Parkhurst brand under the name of Parkhurst Champions. This has proved to be a very successful product, that has become very difficult to find. While each box promised only a single autograph, it was filled with the popular Champ’s Minis, which came in a variety of […]
