The sports card world is buzzing with excitement as a variety of highly anticipated releases are set to hit shelves in the late January to mid-February timeframe. From premium basketball sets to classic hockey collections, collectors have plenty to look forward to in the next two weeks.
Closing Out January:
2022-23 Panini Immaculate Basketball (Available from 1/31): Basketball enthusiasts have been eagerly waiting for this high-tier set, which was delayed from its original December launch. Despite the absence of Wemby cards, Immaculate Basketball showcases standout rookies from the 2022-23 season, including the highly touted Paolo Banchero. Each tin of Immaculate Basketball contains a single pack with six cards, featuring three autographs and two memorabilia cards, which offer unique pieces ranging from sneakers to championship memorabilia.
2023 Topps Diamond Icons (Available from 1/31): For those who crave premium cards, Diamond Icons is a must-have. Each box of Diamond Icons delivers ten cards, with a lineup that includes seven autographs, two autographed relics, and one relic card. These cards are all limited to a print run of no more than 25, ensuring their exclusivity. This year’s release introduces the Black PoluchromatINK and White PlychromatINK autograph subsets, featuring signatures in various metallic inks that are all serially numbered to 15 or less.
Also releasing on 1/31: 2022-23 Upper Deck Credentials Hockey and 2023 Panini Prime Racing.
Early February Debuts:
2023-24 Upper Deck O-Pee-Chee Hockey (Releasing on 2/7): Hockey fans will relish the vastness of this release. The O-Pee-Chee set offers a whopping 600 cards, including a 100-card subset dedicated to last season’s all-stars and Marquee rookies. The focus here is on the base set, parallels, and inserts. Each box contains 18 packs, with ten cards in each pack, providing collectors with plenty of opportunities to score their favorite hockey cards.
2023 Topps Luminaries Baseball (Releasing on 2/7): Continuing its esteemed legacy, Luminaries offers a single-pack box that guarantees an encased autograph or autograph relic card. All cards in this set are numbered to 15 or less, adding to their desirability. Keep an eye out for the coveted book cards, featuring up to 50 players, as they are sure to be highly sought after.
2022-23 Panini Flawless Baseball (Releasing on 2/7): Flawless is known for its luxurious packaging in briefcases, and this release is no different. Inside each Flawless briefcase, collectors will find a pack of ten cards, including seven autographs, two relics, and one gem card. The set features special finds such as Bat Knobs, Bat Nameplates, and Cleat Spikes, along with rare 1-of-1 cut autographs and memorabilia cards. It’s no surprise that boxes of Flawless Baseball are expected to be listed for around $2,000 on eBay.
Additional releases on 2/7 include 2023 Panini Rookies & Stars Football, 2023 Panini Chronicles Racing, and 2023-24 Panini Prizm Premier League Soccer.
These upcoming weeks are a collector’s dream, catering to a wide range of enthusiasts. Whether you’re a basketball fan in search of premium cards, a hockey aficionado interested in classic sets, or a collector in search of treasures from different sports, there’s something exciting for everyone. Don’t miss out on the chance to add these highly anticipated releases to your sports card collection.
