1205 - Upper Deck Hockey Hobby Box Battle (Bedard?)

Dr. James Beckett: Sports Card Insights

Four unique hockey card products from Upper Deck, beginning with 2022-23 Parkhurst Champions, praised for its blend of veterans, legends, and rookies, despite its lack of premium feel. Then 2022/23 Upper Deck Clear Cut is scrutinized for its confusing release year and the unusual gamble of obtaining a card from either of two different years in a single pack. 2022-23 O-Pee-Chee Platinum, shiny appearance and systematic insertion of cards, which offers a sense of predictability and organization that appeals to Dr. Beckett. Finally, 2023-24 Upper Deck Hockey Series 2, highlighting the excitement of pulling a Conor Bedard YG rookie card, making this box a significant win. Throughout the review, Dr. Beckett intersperses his personal memories, expert insights into card collecting dynamics, pricing strategies, and market pressures.

00:52 2022-23 Parkhurst Champions
01:50 2022-23 Upper Deck Clear Cut
05:35 2022-23 O-Pee-Chee Platinum
08:31 2023-24 Upper Deck Hockey Series 2
10:32 Reflections and Insights on Card Collecting