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Join Doug Plagens for a jam-packed episode of Nonsense on Ice presented by Upper Deck. This week, we celebrate a massive milestone as Patrick Kane becomes the all-time leading American-born point scorer. We also dive headfirst into the newly released 2025-26 O-Pee-Chee set, breaking down the key chase cards, marquee rookies, and the best teams to target in breaks. Plus, with the Olympic Winter Games just days away, we preview the Olympic rosters for Canada, USA, Sweden, and Finland. Who is the favorite for gold, and which players could see their card values skyrocket with a big tournament performance? Finally, we wrap things up with a Value Vintage Pick from the Miracle on Ice era and rip into a Blackhawks Centennial Collection Hobby Tin! Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 8:10 - NHL News1 8:05 - Rookies Driving Hobby 30:19 - O-Pee-Chee Release 35:07 - Hobby 3 Stars 44:40 - Olympics Preview 1:02:22 - Value Vintage Pick 1:04:50 - Ripping Blackhawks Centennial

From legendary "unbreakable" records to the newest rookie leaks, we're covering the full spectrum of the hockey card hobby on this edition of Nonsense on Ice, presented by Upper Deck. Doug Plagens is breaking down the most anticipated Young Guns for the upcoming Upper Deck Series 2 (17:45) and checking in on the surging veteran market in Pittsburgh and Detroit. We also dive deep into the legacy of the late Glenn Hall, exploring why his "Ironman" streak of 502 consecutive starts is a record that will never be touched in the modern era. Plus, we look at the shifting landscape of the "Big Four" grading companies and how to find value in vintage Hall of Fame cards. As always, we check in on the market for Sharks teenage phenom Macklin Celebrini. And, the episode wraps as Doug rips Upper Deck Series One Holiday Edition.

Join Doug Plagens for another edition of Nonsense on Ice presented by Upper Deck. The episode kicks off with a look at the hottest storylines in the NHL, including the Tampa Bay Lightning’s winning streak and the Vegas Golden Knights’ push in the Pacific, before diving into the latest product news surrounding the release of 25-26 Upper Deck Allure. Doug also provides a market check-in on Macklin Celebrini rookie cards, breaking down the latest sales data for his Young Guns and O-Pee-Chee cards. Special guest Mick Kern from SiriusXM NHL Network Radio then stops by to share his lifelong passion for collecting, which began with the iconic 1971-72 O-Pee-Chee set. Mick discusses why he collects for the love of the game rather than profit and recounts an incredible story from his high school days where brokering a trade for a Pete Mahovlich card actually saved him from a beating by a bully who needed just that one card to complete his set. The conversation wraps up with Mick gifting Doug a hilarious personalized rookie card from 1989 and a look ahead at the future of the hobby. To close out the show, Doug highlights the Hobby Three Stars of the week featuring Olympic-bound talents Jake Sanderson, Moritz Seider, and Jack Eichel. The episode concludes with a Value Vintage Pick dedicated to Mick’s favorite player, Ken Dryden, and a breakdown of the best value break spots in the new Allure release, specifically looking at the Nashville Predators and other key teams to chase.

Upper Deck dropped one of the biggest announcements in hockey card history! In this episode of Nonsense on Ice, Doug Plagens breaks down the new NHL Rookie Debut Jersey Patch Cards (6:46) coming to 2025-26 Extended Series. We discuss why these game-worn relics from a player’s very first NHL game are set to become the next major chase for collectors. Plus, we recap Sweden’s big win at the World Juniors, check in on the red-hot card markets for Macklin Celebrini (23:50) and Connor Bedard, and look at how the Quinn Hughes blockbuster trade is aging one month later. Finally, we rip into some packs of 2025-26 Upper Deck Tim Hortons and see if Doug can extend his great ripping luck of late.

Happy New Year! We are kicking off 2026 with a massive episode of Nonsense on Ice, presented by Upper Deck, bringing you all the latest hockey and hockey card news (2:40). Host Doug Plagens breaks down the exploding market for Macklin Celebrini Young Guns (52:30). We also recap the 2026 Winter Classic (8:10) and the $400,000+ Connor McDavid sale (34:30) that has the hobby buzzing. Plus, Doug sits down with Brad Hartlin, the General Manager of PSA Canada (27:30) to get the inside scoop on the massive growth of grading, the new receiving center, and what collectors can expect from PSA in 2026. Finally, we wrap up the show with a Value Vintage pick (58:20) for goalie lovers and a live opening of 2024-25 Upper Deck Ultimate Collection (1:01:30)! Doug is on a hot streak with recent Celebrini and Demidov pulls. Can he keep it going?

In the final Nonsense on Ice of 2025, Doug Plagens gets you ready for the new year with a 2026 sports card hobby outlook! We break down the rookie card markets of the NHL's three newest members of the 1,000 Point Club: Nikita Kucherov, Brad Marchand, and Leon Draisaitl (17:55). Who is the best investment right now? This week's Hobby 3 Stars (28:00) feature Connor McDavid (Edmonton Oilers), Tage Thompson (Buffalo Sabres), and Sergei Bobrovsky (Florida Panthers) as we dive into their hockey card markets. Plus, we share our top Hobby New Year's Resolutions (37:40) to help you collect smarter in 2026, from organizing your stash to mastering the "self-graded gem box" strategy. And you won't want to miss the end. Doug rips into 2024-25 Upper Deck O-Pee-Chee Platinum (53:00) and hits a MASSIVE Macklin Celebrini Sunset Parallel!

On this week's episode of Nonsense on Ice, Doug Plagens breaks down a list of 13 injured players, from superstars to top prospects, whose card markets might present a buying opportunity right now. With Connor Bedard, Victor Hedman, and Aleksander Barkov all missing time, Doug explains why he isn't hitting the panic button and which cards he’s targeting while prices are soft (27:00). Plus, we check in on the "Hobby 3 Stars" of the week (12:00) featuring a major 1,000-point milestone, highlight three AHL prospects you need to stash (including a Red Wings goalie on a tear) (18:45), and rip into a blaster box of the new 2025-26 Upper Deck Artifacts.

Host Doug Plagens is back with a massive episode breaking down the week's biggest hockey news and its direct impact on the hobby! Two big NHL trades (2:05) caused an immediate stir in the card market: Quinn Hughes to the Wild: We examine his Young Guns (PSA 10 sales around $180) and the immediate hobby buzz. The Canucks acquired three former first-round picks : Zeev Buium, Liam Öhgren , and Marco Rossi, whose card prices we take a look at, too. Then we take a look at Tristan Jarry to the Oilers: What the move means for his Young Guns ($13-$16 raw) and the upside if he helps Edmonton win the Cup. Then Doug reviews some of the huge sales coming out of Upper Deck’s The Cup (18:40): Macklin Celebrini Gold Foil Rookie Patch Auto (out of 24) sold for just under $32,000. Will Smith Base Rookie Patch Auto (out of 99) sold for $7,400. The Logan Stankoven Rookie Shield (1-of-1) sold for $4,126. Later, Upper Deck's Billy Celio joins the show (21:20) to discuss what it’s like working on the highest-end product in the hobby, as well as his excitement over the new Monumental Pucks (full game-used puck booklet) and Elegant Etching inserts, the incredible depth of the checklist, featuring legends like Gretzky and Lemieux alongside superstars like McDavid, Crosby, and Bedard, a look ahead to the highly anticipated 25-26 class, teasing the “Chase for Schaefer" and more. In this week's Hobby 3 Stars (41:29), we have our first repeat star in show history, Macklin Celebrini (47 points in 33 games). Jason Robertson and Ilya Sorokin round out the last. Plus, don't miss the fun of ripping a Blaster Box Series 1 (59:00) with an oversized Young Gun! What do you think of the cards Doug pulled? Be sure to leave your reactions to this week's episode in the comments!

The Cup 24-25 is out from Upper Deck  (15:55). In this episode of Nonsense on Ice, Doug Plagens is joined by Ty The Card Guy to break down the massive release. We dive deep into the rookie class depth, from Macklin Celebrini and Will Smith to Cutter Gauthier and Steve Shields (17:49), and discuss why the NHL market is growing. Plus, we cover the "Hobby 3 Stars of the Week," featuring a surging goalie and a standout defenseman (6:57). Ty also opens up about his origin story (26:09) from checking off cards on paper checklists to becoming a full-time breaker, and gives his best advice for new collectors entering the hobby today (38:36).

Join Doug Plagens for today's episode of "Nonsense on Ice" as he explores the NHL's rising stars (4:13) and future Hall of Famers (16:33) collectors should have their eyes on. From young talents like Chicago Blackhawks star Connor Bedard, San Jose Sharks second-year player Macklin Celebrini, Anaheim Ducks center Leo Carlson, and Columbus Blue Jackets center Adam Fantilli, to celebrated legends such as Patrice Bergeron, Carey Price, Sidney Crosby, and Alex Ovechkin, this episode delves into the Olympic year's impact (7:50) and the league's competitive balance. Doug shares insights on teams like the Anaheim Ducks, Washington Capitals, and Colorado Avalanche, and also rips a few packs of Upper Deck Synergy (30:30) to round out the episode. Thanks for Upper Deck for sponsoring the show!

Matthew Schaefer's first NHL sports cards are out and there's already been a $2,500 sale for the Islanders rookie defenseman who is averaging over a half point per game. The young NHL players are making noise as Macklin Celebrini has more than 34 points in 23 games played, including 14 goals, which is tied for 3rd in the NHL. Fellow first round pick Connor Bedard isn't far behind with 31 points and 13 goals this season for the Blackhawks. Celebrini and Bedard are two of this week's Hobby Three Stars with the other being Adrian Kempe. Plus, Doug Plagens covers some milestones to look out for among the NHL's elite players, Connor Hellebuyck's injury, the Ben Kindel market, a value vintage pick to keep an eye out for, as well as the weekly value break spot of the week. We finish out by ripping a few packs of Synergy Upper Deck. Be sure to leave your thoughts on today's episode in the comments!

Join Doug Plagens on the second episode of "Nonsense on Ice" as he dives into the latest happenings in the National Hockey League. Special guest Troy Licastro from Dave and Adam's Card World shares insights on the Black Diamond release and the Toronto Expo. Plus, Doug recaps the standout performances of Nathan McKinnon and David Pastrnak, and explores the impact of the Hall of Fame inductions of hockey legends Zdeno Chara, Duncan Keith, Jennifer Botterill, Brianna Decker, Alexander Mogilny, and Joe Thornton on their card markets. There is major opportunity to buy now when it comes to these hockey all-stars. Whether you're a seasoned collector or a hockey enthusiast, this episode is packed with engaging stories and valuable insights on all things NHL collecting.

Welcome to the debut episode of Nonsense on Ice, hosted by Doug Plagens, the longtime radio voice of the Florida Panthers and a lifelong sports card collector. Doug dives into the intersection of hockey and the hobby, sharing how 18 years in professional hockey and more than a decade behind the mic shaped his collecting journey. This week’s episode features: Doug’s personal collecting story and what to expect from the show, NHL storylines: from Ovechkin’s upcoming milestone (900 club!!), to the Anaheim Ducks Young Guns, to breakout stars like Cutter Gauthier and Ivan Demidov. A listener Mailbag featuring questions on Kaprizov’s market, value buys, and more. Whether you’re a diehard hockey fan or a seasoned collector, this show brings you closer to the ice and the cards that tell the story. Leave your comments on Spotify and YouTube to let us know what you think of Nonsense on Ice and any mailbag questions you have for Doug for future episodes!