The much-anticipated release of the 2024-25 Upper Deck Extended Series Hockey set has finally skated onto the scene, rounding out this year’s triple threat of flagship hockey collections. In a move sure to delight collectors far and wide, this series brings an exhilarating mix of updated player cards, dazzling new insert sets, and a fleet of Young Guns rookie cards, each proving worthy of its buzz. For any hockey aficionado with a passion for collecting, this set is a must-have treasure trove.
Upper Deck’s Extended Series doesn’t merely complement its predecessors, Series 1 and Series 2. Instead, it elevates and rounds off the entire 2024-25 Upper Deck Hockey lineup, reaching an impressive sum of 750 cards. For those rifling through hobby boxes, a spectrum of surprises awaits, with each pack promising an array of inserts or parallels to spice up any collection.
What’s new on the roster? The Expanded Series introduces 250 fresh cards: 200 of these highlight veteran players donning updated jerseys or representing new teams, adding a pinch of freshness and thrill with each turn of the card. Meanwhile, the remaining 50 cards spotlight scarcity in its most alluring form, featuring subsets like the iconic Young Guns along with the exclusive 1st Round Rookies. Appearing roughly every other pack, these short-printed rookie cards add an extra layer of excitement and are sure to send collectors into a spin as they hunt down fledgling future stars in the hockey universe.
The chase becomes even more tantalizing with the introduction of various parallel cards, each offering its own degree of rarity and allure:
– Outburst – Dropping at 1:30 in hobby packs and a rarer 1:90 in blaster packs.
– Clear Cut – Making a more elusive appearance at 1:96 packs.
– Deluxe – With a dash of exclusivity, numbered to 250.
– Exclusives – Featuring an even tighter print run, numbered to 100.
– Outburst Red – Intently rare, limited to 25.
– High Gloss – Reserved for the truly lucky, numbered to a mere 10.
– Outburst Gold – The ultimate one-off chase, a unique 1/1.
These parallels are the ticket for collectors eager to add some serious luster and rarity to their card caches.
But that’s not all! The Extended Series also sees the return of popular insert sets from previous releases, reassuring fans and collectors alike. UD Canvas cards, loved for their strong appeal, make a robust comeback. One can find them interspersed four times in a hobby box, including subsets that extend to feature Young Guns, Legends, and NHL All-Stars. For the select few who hit the jackpot, there’s the thrill of discovering rare Black and White parallels, alongside exclusive Printing Plates.
Once again, we see the glamorous Dazzlers strut back into the limelight. The Blue versions brighten collections at an impressive 1:12 packs, while their flirtier Pink counterparts pose a greater challenge at 1:72 packs. Should blaster boxes entice you, keep an eye out for the exclusive Green Dazzlers, waiting patiently at 1:4 packs.
Step aside, fortune-tellers—there’s a newcomer in town. The brand-new Oracles insert brings a mystical, tarot-inspired twist to the series, offering a challenging chase from SP (1:30 packs) to ultra-rare SSP (1:45 packs), and even rarer cards cropping up at 1:180 packs. This magical touch opens a realm of possibilities for hardcore collectors itching for a rewarding hunt.
And while innovation takes center stage, some timeless classics refuse to be sidelined. The Extended Series revives nostalgic favorites from Upper Deck’s rich history, welcoming back:
– Pros and Prospects, slipping in at 1:4 packs.
– Beehive, buzzing through at 1:5 packs.
– UD3, with Gold parallels tastefully numbered to 333.
– Upper Deck Encore, elegantly appearing at 1:5 packs.
– Trilogy Rookie Premiere, offered in Common (/999), Uncommon (/499), and the coveted Rare (/99) versions.
Adding to this abundance, Triple Dimensions Reflections cards grace us with base versions at 1:6 packs. Earning extra allure, they boast additional Ruby (/500), Amethyst (/300), Emerald (/100), Gold (/50), and the luminous Sapphire (/10) parallels.
Let us not forget Silver Skates, sliding gracefully back into the scene with base versions at 1:4 packs and limited Gold parallels trimmed to just 250 pieces.
Here’s a quick glance at what’s bundled in each checklist-filled hobby box of the 2024-25 Upper Deck Extended Series Hockey:
– Cards per Pack: 12 for both Hobby and Blaster
– Packs per Box: 12 in Hobby, 4 in Blaster
– Boxes per Case: 12 for Hobby, 20 for Blaster
– Complete Set: 250 cards strong
– Released on May 29, 2025
Each Hobby Box breakdown offers a tantalizing spread:
– Beehive, Pros and Prospects, or Upper Deck Encore – 8 cards in total
– Blue Dazzlers – 1 per box
– Oracles – 2 intriguing inserts
– Rookie Reflections, Silver Skates, or UD3 – 8 in total
– Triple Dimensions Reflections – 2 per box
– UD Canvas – appearing 4 times
– Outburst Parallels – glimmering once
– Young Guns or 1st Round Rookies – 6 total
– Special Finds, such as Clear Cut, UD Canvas Black and White, or Rare/SSP Oracles – a single pièce de résistance
With an astonishing blend of tantalizing inserts, rare parallels, and those ever-valuable rookie cards, the 2024-25 Upper Deck Extended Series Hockey offers a ticket to an exhilarating, comprehensive collecting odyssey. Whether your approach is casual or you’re a seasoned veteran of the hobby, this series dangles a treasure trove of collectible gems, just waiting to be uncovered. Hockey card collecting has never been this exciting—or this challenging—so lace up your skates and let the hunt begin!