UPPER DECK ANNOUNCES EXCLUSIVE AUTOGRAPH TRADING CARD DEAL WITH 2026 NHL FIRST OVERALL PICK GAVIN MCKENNA
Carlsbad, CA (June 26, 2026) – Upper Deck, the worldwide leader in sports and entertainment collectibles, is proud to welcome Gavin McKenna, the first overall pick in the 2026 Upper Deck NHL Draft, to its roster. As part of the deal, Upper Deck will be the sole producer of McKenna’s NHL autographed trading cards – holding the rights to use McKenna’s name, image, likeness, and autograph on Upper Deck trading cards, including popular brands like the Upper Deck Flagship Series, SP Authentic, and O-Pee-Chee-Platinum.
At 18 years old, Gavin McKenna has already announced his arrival to the NHL even before stepping on the ice for the first time. In the 2025-26 season, the Penn State forward registered an exceptional 51 points, 15 goals, and 36 assists in 35 games. His standout freshman season earned him Big Ten Scoring Champion and Freshman of the Year honors, as well as a spot among finalists for the Hobey Baker Award. Along the way, McKenna set a new Penn State single-season record for assists and became the first player in program history to lead the conference in scoring. McKenna also recorded 14 points in seven games at the 2026 IIHF World Junior Championship. Known for his creativity and offensive playmaking, he continues to captivate fans as he makes the jump to the professional level.
“Gavin McKenna is already setting a new standard with his record-breaking performance at Penn State. As a prospect, his combination of hustle and creativity truly sets him apart,” said Jason Masherah, President of Upper Deck. “We’re excited to welcome him to the Upper Deck roster, and can’t wait to capture and commemorate the moments that will define his career for collectors and fans around the world.”
Gavin McKenna trading cards will be available in Upper Deck flagship products, including his highly anticipated rookie cards like Young Guns®, Future Watch, and more during the 2026-27 NHL season at Certified Diamond Dealers worldwide as well as mass retailers. McKenna’s exclusive cards will also be available on Upper Deck e-Pack®, including his first NHL trading card as part of Upper Deck’s new ‘First Round Draft Cards’ program, which commemorates in real time the moment players are drafted. Players’ photos will be taken on stage as they hear their name called, and turned into a trading card that will be available on UpperDeckEPack.com shortly after they’re drafted. To stay up to date on all of McKenna’s upcoming Upper Deck trading cards, visit UpperDeck.com.
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The Hunt Begins: Be a Part of History as Neopets Battledome TCG Announces Its First Numbered Card
The Two-of-Two Ring
The Ye Olde Fishing Vortex follows a Neopets journey to the Underwater Fishing Cavern with hopes of reeling in The Two Ring, and we wanted to pay tribute to the Ring by creating a two-of-two unique Neopets Battledome Trading Card Game card. The most iconic element of the Ye olde Fishing Vortex is the Two Ring itself: the treasure and temptation, “A slight upgrade” of power.
And so, as part of an extraordinarily rare and exciting promotion only for the Neopets Battledome TCG Curse of Maraqua set, we made two such cards.
© 2026 The Upper Deck Company. © Neopets 1999-2026 All Rights Reserved.
Only two copies of this artwork and rarity exist in the entire world. We wanted to create the ultimate chase item for the most dedicated collectors. This full art numbered 1 to 2 card showcases stunning artwork by Jessica Geis and is printed on dazzling rainbow foil board with Spot UV treatment. It is sealed with gold Scodix numbering. The serialized Two Ring Cards also feature the Maractite blue hot foil stamped card name and cost. This is a distinguishing characteristic of the new card rarity, Maractite Rare, debuting in Curse of Maraqua, and is featured on several other cards in this set.
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Not everyone can handle the powers of the numbered The Two Ring. You can also collect The Two Ring in Rare and Maractite Rare. Rarity and artwork are the only differences between these cards.
The Two Ring serialized cards will be entering circulation with the upcoming release of the Neopets Battledome TCG Curse of Maraqua Booster Box! Will you be one of the two to pull the card and make history?
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2026 Spring Sports Card & Memorabilia Expo
The 2026 Spring Sports Card & Memorabilia Expo in Toronto will take place April 30 – May 3 at The International Centre. Upper Deck is thrilled to be part of yet another exhilarating annual event for all sports collectors! As part of the largest and longest-running sports collectibles show in Canada, Upper Deck will be bringing back the ever-popular Wrapper Redemption Program, plus many more exciting initiatives. Visit Upper Deck at booth #610 to learn more!
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UPPER DECK BREAKER ZONE
Join Upper Deck in our Breaker Zone area, which is fully furnished with chairs and tables to open product, trade with other hobby enthusiasts, and connect with other collectors.
2026 SPRING EXPO SNAPSHOTS
Celebrate hockey history, present-day stars, and the future of the game with Spring Expo Snapshots, an exclusive Autographed Design Mystery Box featuring three premium autographed hockey prints in every box.
Every box delivers a surprise assortment of premium hockey prints, each personally signed by some of the game’s most celebrated names. Collectors may uncover legendary autographs from players whose remarkable careers shaped the history of the NHL, including icons like Bobby Orr, Wayne Gretzky, and Patrick Roy.
Collectors also have the chance to pull autographs from today’s elite talent, including generational superstar Connor McDavid and fan-favorite NHL All-Star captain Nick Suzuki.
Rounding out the lineup of incredible talent featured in Spring Expo Snapshots are rookie phenoms, Matthew Schaefer and Michael Misa, giving collectors the chance to secure early autographs from hockey’s next generation of rising stars.
Limited and exclusive Spring Expo Snapshots, purchase for 0 CAN.
First come first serve
(while supplies last)!
UPPER DECK WRAPPER REDEMPTION PROGRAM
Back by popular demand! Collectors will receive an exclusive Spring Expo pack of cards when they buy a qualifying product from a Certified Diamond Dealer at the show, while supplies last. One (1) sealed Hobby Box of qualifying product will receive one (1) FREE Spring Expo Promo Pack. One (1) sealed Hobby Case of qualifying product will receive TEN (10) FREE Spring Expo Promo Packs AND one (1) randomly selected autograph card (maximum 3 per person, per day).
To participate, purchase a box or case of any of the qualifying products listed below:
2025-26 Upper Deck Series 2
2025-26 Metal Universe Hockey
2025-26 SP Game Used Hockey
2025-26 Flair Hockey
2025-26 O-Pee-Chee
2025-26 Allure Hockey
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| Sarah Fillier | Matvei Michkov | Matt Boldy | Oliver Moore |
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| Frank Mahovlich | Patrick Roy & Joe Sakic | Marc-Andre Fleury |
DAILY DRAWING
Don’t miss out on the daily drawing! Upper Deck will be running a FREE daily drawing to give you a chance to win! Must be present to win. One ticket per person, per draw. Draw times below:
Thursday, April 30th @ 6pm
Friday, May 1st @ 2pm
Saturday, May 2nd @ 2pm
Sunday, May 3rd @ 2pm
*Tickets will be distributed at no cost to fans in attendance 30 minutes prior to the start of the draw.
PERSONALIZED TRADING CARDS
Be sure to make your way over to the Upper Deck Booth, #610, to get a FREE personalized trading card! With a p-card booth on-site, strike your best pose with your favorite hockey card. We will print your custom card in front of you and remind you of this event for years to come!
There will be two choices for p-card designs: UD Series 2 Hockey and Tim Hortons Team Canada!
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UPPER DECK AUTHENTICATED (UDA) SALES
Upper Deck is excited to display the latest and greatest signed UDA memorabilia pieces available for purchase. Attendees will have the opportunity to purchase the UDA pieces on display, as well as online.
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| 2025 Spring Expo Print Wall | 2025 Spring Expo Display Case |
CUSTOMER CARE
Do you have any questions about Upper Deck or our products? Upper Deck’s Customer Care team will be on-site and ready to assist! Or you can always reach out to QR@UpperDeck.com
Share your Spring Expo pulls and showcase all the fun on social media! Be sure to use hashtag #SportCardExpo and tag Upper Deck (@UpperDeckSports on Instagram and X) (@UpperDeck on Facebook) (@TheUpperDeckCompany on TikTok)! We look forward to seeing you at the show!
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