The 2024-25 Upper Deck Extended Series Hockey set has finally arrived, concluding this year’s trilogy of must-have flagship hockey releases. This final installment promises to whisk collectors into an exhilarating world of updated player cards, exclusive inserts, and the much-anticipated Young Guns rookie cards, making it a vital addition for anyone with even a passing interest in the world of hockey collectibles.
First and foremost, this release isn’t just an addendum to Series 1 and Series 2—it’s a robust expansion that takes the 2024-25 Upper Deck lineup to a grand total of 750 cards, a number sure to delight completists. Each hobby box is practically bursting with possibilities. Every pack presents an opportunity to uncover multiple inserts or parallels, making each unboxing an adventure of its own.
The Extended Series introduction of 250 new cards into the mix is no small act. The first 200 slots honor veteran players—with many in new jerseys or on fresh teams—a nod to the dynamic nature of the sport itself. This not only offers collectors fresh visuals but sometimes a glimpse into a player’s latest chapter. But let’s not skip to the last page—because the remaining 50 cards deliver the franchise’s iconic Young Guns and the exclusive 1st Round Rookies. These short-printed cards of budding stars appear roughly every other pack, setting a spine-tingling hunt for collectors eager to chase down cards of these promising new talents and see who will become the next big thing in the NHL.
Now, let’s shift our focus to the spectrum of parallel cards. The hunt for these treasured variants—each with its distinctive rarity—is what truly kindles passion in serious collectors. Within this set, you will find:
– Outburst, occurring every 30 packs in Hobby boxes and every 90 in Blaster boxes.
– Clear Cut, appearing once every 96 packs.
– Deluxe, numbered to a tidy 250.
– Exclusives, even rarer, capped at a slim 100.
– Outburst Red dwindle to a mere 25.
– High Gloss—not for the faint of heart—numbers only 10.
– Outburst Gold—the crown jewel—crafted as a unique 1 of 1.
These parallels inject that extra thrill for collectors on the prowl for that distinguishing card destined to be the highlight of their collection.
Adding yet another rich layer to this collection’s tapestry are the inserts and special features, which stir the pot with familiar favorites and new surprises. The beloved UD Canvas cards make their robust return, gleaming at collectors four times in each hobby box, with subsets featuring Young Guns, Legends, and NHL All-Stars. The hunt extends to the rare Black and White parallels and elusive Printing Plates as well.
Brightening the ensemble, the Dazzlers inserts dazzle again with Blue versions found once every 12 packs, rare Pink versions nesting in 1 out of 72 packs, and those sought-after, singular Printing Plates, ensuring blaster boxes offer exclusive Green Dazzlers at a generous 1 in every 4 packs.
A charismatic new addition—the Oracles inserts—provides a mystical undertone to the collection. Drawing inspiration from tarot cards, this enchanting set ranges from challenging Special Pack editions available at 1:30 packs to almost mythical cards surfacing at 1:180 packs. These are a sweet challenge for those who love a good hunt for the ultra-rare.
Bringing a nostalgic grin to many collectors’ faces, the Extended Series proudly resurrects cherished classics from Upper Deck’s storied past, such as Pros and Prospects, Beehive, UD3 (with Gold parallels glistening at 333), Upper Deck Encore, and the Trilogy Rookie Premiere series, presented in Common (/999), Uncommon (/499), and Rare (/99) formats. Parallel options for the Triple Dimensions Reflections further jazz up the pursuit, presenting versions in vibrant hues like Ruby, Amethyst, Emerald, Gold, and Sapphire, maxing excitement with their limited availability.
Silver Skates take their due turn in this production, offered as base versions at a reasonable 1:4 pack odds, while Gold Parallels tantalize at a limited 250.
Here’s a crystal-clear overview of what collectors can expect within a hobby box from the new 2024-25 Upper Deck Extended Series Hockey:
– Each pack of Hobby and Blaster categories offers 12 cards.
– With 12 Hobby packs or 4 Blaster packs housed in each box.
– These boxes then fit into a case, structured to include 12 Hobby or a more generous 20 Blaster boxes.
– Aiming for a complete set? Prepare to reel in all 250 cards!
– Anticipate the thrill of opening fresh on May 29, 2025.
In every Hobby Box, expect the joy of finding Beehive, Pros and Prospects, or Upper Deck Encore at 8 total appearances, plus a solitary Blue Dazzler. Sketch an Oracles dual with 2 appearances. Rookie Reflections, Silver Skates, or UD3 spotlight 8 times over the spans. UD Canvas will grace your sights in 4 appearances, with 1 Outburst Parallel winking at you among 6 appearances of Young Guns or 1st Round Rookies. Anticipate a solitary Special Find—be it Clear Cut, UD Canvas Black and White, or the rare SSP Oracles.
With its intriguing mix of inserts, rare parallels, and prized rookie cards, the 2024-25 Upper Deck Extended Series Hockey offers a tantalizing journey for collectors from all walks of life. Novices may be hooked by the glittering assortment of digital dreams, and the seasoned pros will find ample opportunity to fuel their collection with trophy pieces to last a lifetime in their card sanctuaries. Whether you’re cooling off with casual collecting or live life in the fast lane of serious treasure hunting, this series comes packed with an abundance of allure waiting to be unwrapped and admired.
