As the weather turns harsh across much of the nation, collectors of contemporary hobby items will need to buckle down for some indoor activity. The next few weeks are bringing a range of exciting new releases to local hobby shops and online retailers, including breakers. Here’s a peek at what’s coming up:
On January 12, 2024, SAGE Low Series Football hits the shelves. Perfect for football card enthusiasts, this pre-draft release from SAGE is notable for its early arrival. The set features a host of autographed cards, despite lacking team logos. Each box contains 16 packs, each with an autograph and seven cards in total. Look out for the new SP Kaleidoscope Autographs and on-card signatures in the Next Level autograph cards. Hobby boxes are selling for under $130 on eBay, with blaster boxes also available.
The 2022-23 Upper Deck ICE Hockey, aptly named for this season, is still branded for the previous season but is now available. Each box offers 12 packs with six cards, usually including an autograph or memorabilia card. Notable features are hard-signed Ice Premieres Auto and Auto Patch cards, and a 250-card base set. Signature Swatches cards add a unique element with a hard-signed autograph and game-worn jersey swatch. These boxes are going for around $125.
Coming up on January 17, 2023, Bowman’s Best Baseball focuses on prospects and rookies, offering 12 packs per Hobby box, spread over two mini-boxes, and at least three Chrome autograph cards. This year’s edition features an insert set by Hall of Famer Randy Johnson. The best eBay price for these boxes is currently $289. Also releasing on the same day is 2023 Leaf Metal Draft Baseball.
On January 24, 2023, Topps Stadium Club Baseball is finally hitting the market after a delay from its original October release. The set is known for its photo-focused 300-card base set and comes in two Hobby box versions. Hobby boxes are available for $148. The same day will see the release of 2023-24 Upper Deck Trilogy Hockey, promising two autograph and/or memorabilia cards per box.
January 26 brings 2023-24 Panini Donruss Basketball, featuring fat packs and Rated Rookies. Hobby boxes contain ten packs, each with 30 cards, including one autograph. Also releasing is 2023 Panini Phoenix Football, with boxes containing two autos, one memorabilia card, and various other collectibles, priced in the $300-$350 range online.
It’s clear that the sports card world is heating up despite the chilly weather outside. With a range of releases catering to football, hockey, baseball, and basketball enthusiasts, collectors have a lot to look forward to. Whether you’re a fan of autographed cards, rookie prospects, or photo-focused sets, these upcoming releases have something for everyone.
So, gather your fellow collectors, grab some hot cocoa, and get ready to dive into the thrilling world of sports card collecting. With these releases hitting the shelves soon, your indoor hobby just got a whole lot more exciting.
