The sports card world is abuzz with anticipation as a variety of highly anticipated releases are set to hit the market. From luxurious basketball sets to expansive hockey collections, collectors have a lot to look forward to over the next couple of weeks. Here’s a glimpse at the exciting releases coming up:
Releases Closing Out January:
2022-23 Panini Immaculate Basketball (Available from 1/31): After a slight delay, this high-tier set will finally be available on the shelves. While it doesn’t include Wemby cards, it features standout rookies from the 2022-23 season, including rising star Paolo Banchero. Each tin contains a single pack with six cards, featuring three autographs and two memorabilia cards. The memorabilia cards offer unique pieces, from sneakers to championship memorabilia.
2023 Topps Diamond Icons (Available from 1/31): For those seeking the thrill of premium cards, Diamond Icons is the perfect choice. Each box contains ten cards, consisting of seven autographs, two autographed relics, and one relic card. The print run is limited to no more than 25, ensuring exclusivity. This year introduces the Black PoluchromatINK and White PlychromatINK autograph subsets, with signatures in various metallic inks, each 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): This release is a dream come true for collectors who appreciate a vast base set. With 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.
2023 Topps Luminaries Baseball (Releasing on 2/7): Continuing its legacy, Luminaries promises an unforgettable experience. Each single-pack box guarantees an encased autograph or autograph relic card, with all cards numbered to 15 or less. Keep an eye out for the highly coveted book cards, featuring up to 50 players.
2022-23 Panini Flawless Baseball (Releasing on 2/7): Flawless returns with its signature luxury briefcase packaging. Inside each pack, collectors will find ten cards, including seven autographs, two relics, and one gem card. The set boasts special finds such as Bat Knobs, Bat Nameplates, and Cleat Spikes, along with rare 1-of-1 cut autographs and memorabilia cards. Boxes 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 truly a collector’s paradise, catering to a wide range of interests and preferences. From premium basketball cards to classic hockey sets and everything in between, there’s something exciting for every type of collector. So mark your calendars, get your wishlists ready, and get ready to dive into the world of sports card collecting.