The latest trading cards for the 2022-23 Call of Duty League (CDL) season have hit the shelves of Upper Deck’s online store. While the final checklist is still in the works, fans can expect to see familiar faces and thrilling moments from Call of Duty: Vanguard and Modern Warfare 2, following the successful format of last year’s release.
A notable highlight of this card set is the debut of the Boston Breach trading cards, showcased for the first time after their introduction during the Vanguard season. Additionally, fans can look forward to collecting cards featuring OpTic Texas, the result of the merger between Dallas Empire and OpTic Gaming. The anticipation is high for rookie cards of standout players like Scrap, with the possibility of his teammate Ghosty making an appearance depending on the final checklist.
The Call of Duty competitive scene has a rich history that dates back to the franchise’s inception in 2003. However, the official Call of Duty League was established in 2019 with the release of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare. Since then, CDL has elevated city-based teams and structured competition in the esports world.
In 2022, Upper Deck partnered with CDL to release a trading card set featuring players from the Modern Warfare (2019) and Cold War seasons. Prior to this collaboration, Call of Duty had also teamed up with Mountain Dew Game Fuel in 2021 for a special card set showcasing top players like Seth “Scump” Abner and Thomas “ZooMaa” Paparatto.
Upper Deck has been a prominent player in the esports collectibles realm, securing licenses for both the Call of Duty League and the Overwatch League. The company has produced various trading card sets, including the innovative 2022 Upper Deck Call of Duty Game Dated Moments series. This unique print-on-demand collection highlighted significant moments and rookie talents such as Amer “Pred” Zulbeari, a key figure in OpTic Texas’s World Championship victory.
The release of the 2022-23 trading cards aligns with the ongoing sixth season of the Call of Duty League, which has continued to evolve from its predecessor, the Call of Duty World League. Before the CDL’s city-based format, esports teams competed with open tournament rosters, offering a more diverse and unpredictable competitive landscape.
Enthusiasm is surging among fans and players as the latest trading cards become available. Some professional players have expressed their excitement for collecting the cards themselves, adding an extra layer of engagement to the dynamic CDL community.
For fans and collectors alike, this year’s trading card set presents an opportunity to own a slice of Call of Duty League history. Head to Upper Deck’s website to delve into the collection and secure your favorite cards from the 2022-23 season!