Upper Deck, a prominent name in the sports collectibles industry, is thrilled to unveil its exclusive multi-year partnership with Michael Misa, a promising talent in junior hockey and the highly anticipated top pick for the 2025 NHL Draft. At just 15 years old, Misa made history by being granted “Exceptional Status” for the 2022-23 season in the Ontario Hockey League (OHL), becoming only the sixth player in the league’s history to receive such recognition. Fast forward to age 17, Misa has already clinched the titles of OHL Rookie of the Year and the prestigious Emms Family Award, solidifying his status as a rising star in the hockey world.
Expressing his excitement over the collaboration, Jason Masherah, President of Upper Deck, shared the company’s eagerness in crafting a distinctive collection of Misa’s memorabilia and trading cards. This exclusive collection is designed to provide fans with fresh ways to honor Misa’s burgeoning career, offered in both physical and digital formats.
Fans can look forward to an array of exclusive memorabilia in the collection, including autographed game-used pucks from Misa’s team, the Saginaw Spirit, prints of Misa’s #77 jersey, and signed jerseys commemorating pivotal moments from his early career. Furthermore, Upper Deck has introduced three Game Dated Moments trading cards on UpperDeckEpack.com, commemorating significant milestones in Misa’s journey such as his selection as the #1 pick in the 2022 OHL Priority Draft, his first goal, and his Rookie of the Year accolade. A special incentive awaits the first 25 collectors to complete the set, who will receive an autographed version of Misa’s Rookie of the Year award card, available for purchase until February 22.
Michael Misa himself shared his enthusiasm about joining the illustrious lineup of athletes represented by Upper Deck, which includes hockey icons like Wayne Gretzky and Connor McDavid. Misa emphasized the importance of this partnership in fulfilling childhood aspirations and connecting with fans through his story. This collaboration not only celebrates the ascent of a young talent in the hockey realm but also upholds Upper Deck’s legacy of bridging the gap between fans and their sports heroes through innovative and captivating collectibles. With this exclusive partnership, fans have an exciting opportunity to own unique pieces of memorabilia that capture the essence of Michael Misa’s evolving career in the world of hockey.