Nonsense on Ice

In this episode, Doug opens up looking at the Stanley Cup and how the hockey market is responding to a 1-1 series. Plus, Doug and Brendan discuss their grading process for cards at different pricing levels.

0:00 - Intro with a Stanley Cup update

4:00 - Card Ladder Index Update

13:30 - NHL Awards and what it might mean for award-winners' markets

26:50 - Looking at options outside of PSA for value tier grading, and what Doug is choosing to grade, and where

32:00 - Doug and Brendan discuss their grading process. 

39:30 - Aaron from AAMint Cut

40:45 - Value Break Spot for Extended Series

45:25 - Ripping packs

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In this episode, Paul Zickler from Upper Deck joins Doug to discuss the new Debut Patches coming to Extended Series later in June.

0:00 - Show Open

4:30 - Stanley Cup Matchup still not set

8:01 - Paul Zickler of Upper Deck joins the show

10:18 - Rookie Debut Jersey Cards and the importance of commemorating a player's first game

13:15 - How did the checklist come together for the Rookie Debut Jersey Patches, and why were they put in Extended Series

16:45 - The importance of having these cards live in packs and how the patches were picked for the 1/1

31:00 - Looking ahead to the Young Guns checklist in Extended Series

42:00 - Hobby 3 Stars

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Upper Deck's Extended Series is shaping up to be a huge release for the hockey market. Debut Patches will make their product debut this year in hockey products. That and more in this week's episode of Nonsense on Ice:

0:00 - Intro and what’s on tap today

5:45 - What makes the Upper Deck Extended Series Debut Patches so special?

8:35 - The Debut Patch checklist and top chases

9:45 - Young Guns Checklist and top chases

13:00 - The Gretzky PSA 9/Auto 10 O-Pee-Chee sells for $540,000. 

30:15 - Hobby 3 Stars of the Week

40:20 - Doug Rips Hobby Box of 2025-26 SPX

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In this episode of Nonsense on Ice presented by Upper Deck, we dive into the NHL Awards and look at the top rookie cards to chase of the 2025-26 NHL Award Winners.

We also dive deep into the hockey market over the last week, look at the latest NHL releases, and check out Doug's Hobby Three Stars for the week!

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New episode of Nonsense on Ice presented by Upper Deck is here with special guest Mick Kern! We break down the NHL playoffs, hockey cards, and one of the biggest pulls we’ve ever had on the show.

We also dive into this week’s Hobby Three Stars, while talking playoff performances, rising Young Guns values, and the current state of the hockey hobby.

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The Stanley Cup Playoffs are in full swing and the hockey world is buzzing!

In this episode of Nonsense on Ice presented by Upper Deck, we break down how rising NHL viewership and playoff performances are impacting the hockey card market right now.

From surging Card Ladder trends to breakout playoff stars and undervalued young guns, we take a deep dive into what is driving the hobby and where things could be headed next.

We also cover upcoming Upper Deck releases, share insights from recent card shows, and rip into the brand new Metal Universe product.

If you collect, invest, or just love the hobby, this is an episode you do not want to miss.

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In this episode of Nonsense on Ice, we break down everything happening right now across the NHL and the hobby, from playoff storylines to rising card values and under-the-radar buying opportunities.

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In this action-packed episode of Nonsense on Ice, we break down everything happening in the hockey world and the hobby right now. From the Stanley Cup Playoffs to rising card values and brand new releases.

We speak with Upper Deck’s Product Development Manager, Tony Sirianni to talk about an exciting new release, 2025–26 Upper Deck Flair Hockey! We break down what really goes into creating a modern trading card set, from design and nostalgia to rare inserts, rookie chases, and why some of these card sets take over a year to make.

Then, we switch gears and talk with the CEO of Inscriptagraphs, Tyler Feldman, about an upcoming live card event featuring Olympic gold medalist Megan Keller on April 24th. This event includes her first-ever trading card release, a live autograph signing, and a one-of-a-kind fan experience you won’t want to miss.

Whether you're a serious collector or just getting into the hobby, this action-packed episode is full of nostalgia, great stories, and insider insight on where the card market is headed next.

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On the latest Nonsense on Ice presented by Upper Deck, Doug Plagens breaks down why hockey cards are gaining momentum right now as the NHL season heads toward the playoffs. He dives into the latest CardLadder hockey index numbers, PSA grading trends, rising stars, veteran market movement, and the NHL storylines shaping the hobby, including Cole Caufield’s 50-goal season, Nick Suzuki’s breakout year, the Islanders’ coaching change, Alex Ovechkin’s market one year after breaking Wayne Gretzky’s record, and more.

He also covers upcoming Upper Deck releases, this week’s Hobby 3 Stars, prospects to watch, a Patrick Roy value vintage spotlight, and wraps the show with another fun Fleer Ultra pack rip.

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The NHL regular season is winding down, the playoff race is tightening, and Doug Plagens breaks down the biggest storylines on the ice and in the hobby. This week’s episode covers Montreal’s late-season surge, Cole Caufield’s goal-scoring tear, Macklin Celebrini’s historic season, and what recent injuries to stars like Cale Makar, Leon Draisaitl and Cutter Gauthier could mean moving forward.

Doug also looks at hobby movement around names like Jeremy Swayman, Jakub Dobes, Owen Tippett, Nathan MacKinnon and Jack Eichel, plus shares value vintage picks and rips packs of the new Fleer Ultra Hockey.
If you collect hockey cards, follow the NHL, or just want a smart mix of current hockey talk and hobby insight, this episode has you covered. Be sure to like, comment and subscribe for more Nonsense on Ice presented by Upper Deck.

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