Upper Deck, a well-known name in the world of sports and entertainment collectibles, has recently made waves by striking an exclusive autograph trading card deal with none other than Macklin Celebrini, the number one overall pick in the 2024 NHL Draft selected by the San Jose Sharks®.
Fresh off signing a three-year entry-level NHL contract with the San Jose Sharks® on July 6, this talented young ice hockey player has now joined forces with Upper Deck to have his exclusive trading cards produced by the renowned company. This agreement grants Upper Deck the rights to utilize Celebrini’s name, image, likeness, and autograph on a range of trading cards, including popular series like the Upper Deck Flagship Series, SP Authentic, and O-Pee-Chee-Platinum.
Macklin Celebrini, at just 18 years old, has already made a name for himself in the hockey world. His exceptional skills and promising future were recognized when he was chosen as the top pick by the San Jose Sharks® in the 2024 Upper Deck NHL Draft™ held on June 28. Prior to this, Celebrini made history during his college years by becoming the youngest player to clinch the prestigious Hobey Baker Award in his freshman season, a testament to his talent and dedication on the ice.
The 2023-24 season was particularly outstanding for Celebrini, as he swept multiple accolades including being named the Hockey East Player of the Year, Hockey East Rookie of the Year, Hockey East Scoring Champion, and the recipient of the Hockey East Three-Stars Award for leading the regular season in scoring.
Jason Masherah, the President of Upper Deck, expressed his excitement about the partnership, stating, “Macklin Celebrini is a standout talent, and we’re thrilled to welcome him to our roster of hockey sensations. We’re committed to bringing fans even closer to their favorite NHL players, and the addition of Celebrini reflects our dedication to showcasing both seasoned legends and emerging stars. We’re proud to represent him at such an exciting time in his career and look forward to capturing his success on the ice once he makes his NHL debut.”
To mark this significant collaboration, fans can kick-start their Macklin Celebrini trading card collection on Upper Deck e-Pack® with a limited edition Game Dated Moments card, available for a limited time until July 25 at 8:59 AM PST. Moreover, enthusiasts can anticipate the release of more Celebrini trading card products as the 2024-25 NHL season progresses, capturing the young star’s journey and success in the league.
