What’s New
The 2025-26 Topps Now Hockey collection continues the legacy of real-time trading cards, documenting significant NHL moments throughout the season. These cards are released periodically, showcasing exceptional performances, milestones, and unforgettable events as they occur.
This series is a part of the Topps Now lineup, which emphasizes limited-time print runs based on real-life events. Each card is available for a brief period directly from Topps, with the production volume determined by orders placed during that timeframe.
Configuration at a Glance
- Cards are issued individually and in team sets throughout the NHL season.
- Each card is printed on demand, without a predetermined production run.
- Parallel versions are randomly included in orders, featuring rare colors and serial-numbered editions.
- Autographs and memorabilia cards are sometimes included as randomly inserted hits in select releases.
Key Inserts & Parallels
- Rainbow Foil Parallel - serial-numbered (numbering varies by card, with specific details provided on individual releases).
- Gold Parallel - serial-numbered (details vary per card).
- Additional color parallels may be included, with print runs and availability specified at the time of release.
Autographs & Relics
- Some Topps Now Hockey cards come with autographed versions, often limited in quantity and serial-numbered.
- Relic cards are occasionally available, featuring pieces of game-used memorabilia from featured players or events.
- Autograph and relic availability is announced with each qualifying card release.
Collector Notes
- The print run for each card is determined by the number of orders placed during its sales window.
- Cards are available for a limited time directly from Topps, after which print runs are finalized and published.
- Parallels and autographs are randomly inserted and are not guaranteed in every order.
- Designs typically feature photography from the actual event or performance highlighted on the card.
- Short prints and rare parallels are noted at the time of release, with serial numbers indicated on the card itself.

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