Sal Barry and Tim Parish take a long look back at the 1991-92 Topps Stadium Club Hockey set. It was the first Stadium Club hockey set, as well as one of the first premium sets of hockey trading cards. The guys talk about some of the best and worst cards from that set, as well as related cards worth collecting. Its 111 minutes of hockey goodness. The YouTube version of the podcast features pictures of the cards we talk about during the episode. Show Notes and Links https://puckjunk.com/2025/08/12...
Aug 12, 2025•1 hr 51 min•Ep. 223
Sal Barry, Tim Parish, and Clemente Lisi give their giant-sized recap of the biggest National Sports Collectors Convention in history. The show was over 600,000 square feet and had over 600 vendors. While there weren't many hockey autograph guests, there were still plenty of hockey cards. The guys also share some of the cool items they found at the National. It's 141 minutes of hobby goodness. Show Notes and Links https://puckjunk.com/2025/08/05/podcast-222/...
Aug 05, 2025•2 hr 21 min•Ep. 222
Sal, Tim, and Clemente talk about the upcoming 2025 National Sports Collectors Convention, which is taking place in Chicago from July 30 to August 3. Topics include what to expect at this year's biggest-ever National Convention, plus the hockey autograph guests - or lack thereof - this year. Clap on! Clap off! It's 88 minutes of hockey goodness. Show Notes and Links https://puckjunk.com/2025/07/18/podcast-221/...
Jul 18, 2025•1 hr 28 min•Ep. 221
In Episode #220, Sal and Tim discuss the 2025 NHL Draft, including some of the best players - and the best celebrity appearances - at the league's "decentralized" draft. They also talk about the Hockey Hall of Fame Class of 2025 and their hockey cards. It's 82 minutes of hockey goodness - now with chapters, so you can skip to your favorite part. Show Notes and Links https://puckjunk.com/2025/07/03/podcast-220/...
Jul 03, 2025•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 220
In this episode, the guys talk about the Florida Panthers repeating as Stanley Cup Champions - and why they can three-peat next year. Clemente gives his recap of the Fanatics Fest NYC 2025 sports convention. Plus, thoughts on some recent trades, and more. It's 101 minutes of hockey goodness - now with chapters, so you can skip to your favorite part. Show Notes and Links https://puckjunk.com/2025/06/27/podcast-219/...
Jun 27, 2025•1 hr 41 min•Ep. 219
Sal Barry talks with Paul Zickler, the Director of Sports Brands at Upper Deck, about Upper Deck's new Rookie Patch Auto Authentication. The feature will deter the practice of "patch swapping" on high-end rookie cards starting with the 2023-24 The Cup. Zickler also talks about the success of PWHL trading cards and plans for the next release, future Four Nations Face-Off cards, Alex Ovechkin autographs in 2024-25 Extended Series, and a look at 2025-26 Upper Deck Series One. It's 37 minutes of hoc...
May 30, 2025•37 min•Ep. 218
Sal Barry talks with former NHL goaltender Stephane Fiset, who played 390 games across 13 seasons. We talked about Fiset breaking into the league with the last-place Quebec Nordiques, to winning the Stanley Cup with the Colorado Avalanche in 1996, what it's like to play with Guy Lafleur, and even some of his favorite wrestlers. It's 11 minutes of hockey goodness. Show Notes and Links https://puckjunk.com/2025/05/23/podcast-217/...
May 23, 2025•11 min•Ep. 217
In this episode, the guys have a long talk about the 2024-25 Upper Deck Series Two Hockey card set, including the top rookies and some of the best - and worst - insert sets. Other topics include Alex Ovechkin collectibles that have come out since he became the all-time leading goal scorer, as well as the autographed Ovie Young Guns that will be in extended series. It's 79 minutes of hockey goodness - now with chapters so you can skip to your favorite parts. Show Notes and Links https://puckjunk....
May 10, 2025•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 216
In Episode #215 of the Puck Junk Podcast, the guys talk about the new 2024-25 O-Pee-Chee Hockey card set. Plus: National Hockey Card Day 2025, 2024-25 Emanate Under Wraps Hockey, and John Tortorella gets fired again. It's 92 minutes of hockey goodness - now with chapters so you can skip to your favorite parts. Show Notes and Links https://puckjunk.com/2025/04/04/podcast-215/
Apr 04, 2025•1 hr 32 min•Ep. 215
How will tariffs in the U.S.-Canada Trade War affect the prices of hockey cards at retail stores or online sales? That's the big topic in this week's episode of the Puck Junk Podcast. Other topics include a Wayne Gretzky game-used stick used to break a record that is up for auction, the PWHL players getting overwhelmed by autograph requests, and the recent Chicago Sports Spectacular. Plus, listeners' comments. It's 90 minutes of hockey goodness - now with chapters, so you can skip to your favori...
Mar 22, 2025•1 hr 31 min•Ep. 214
In this episode, the guys give their review of the 2024-25 Synergy Hockey set - which could be the last-ever Synergy set. Other topics include Sidney Crosby's recent milestones, the passing of longtime Penguins announcer Mike Lange, Seth Jones' trade to Florida, the recent Stadium Series, Shoresy Season 4, and the upcoming Chicago Sports Spectacular. Plus, would a 24-hour long card show be possible? It's 90 minutes of hockey goodness – now with chapters, so you can skip ahead to your favorite pa...
Mar 08, 2025•1 hr 31 min•Ep. 213
Sal and Clemente give their review of the 2024 PWHL First Edition Hockey Card set - which is arguably the biggest hobby surprise of 2025. They also talk about 4 Nations Face-Off hockey cards, the upcoming Spring Sport Card Expo in Toronto, and Sal keeping his New Year's Resolution. It's 68 minutes of hockey goodness - now with chapters, so you can skip ahead to your favorite parts. (00:00) - Intro / 4 Nations Face-Off Tournament (09:20) - Sal's Progress on His New Year's Resolution (17:07) - 4 N...
Feb 22, 2025•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 212
Sal, Tim, and Clemente look back at the 1974-75 Topps and O-Pee-Chee Hockey card sets, which turn 50 years old this season. Five decades later, those two sets still stand out as some of the best cards from the 1970s, with their hockey-centric designs and impressive rookie class. The guys also talk about the popularity of PWHL cards, the 4 Nations Face-Off Uniforms, the return of "Goldberg" from The Mighty Ducks movies, and more. It's 95 minutes of hockey goodness - now with chapters, so you can ...
Feb 08, 2025•1 hr 35 min•Ep. 211
In this episode of the Puck Junk Podcast, Sal and Tim look at some of the new hockey cards for early 2025, including the PWHL set, 2023-24 Parkhurst, and 2024-25 Topps Hockey Stickers. Plus, the Utah Hockey Club's naming woes continue, the big Colorado-Carolina trade, and more. It's 88 minutes of hockey goodness – now with chapters, so you can skip ahead to your favorite topics. (00:00) - Intro (03:40) - Rantanen-Necas Trade (14:09) - Utah Not the Yetis (22:03) - Nikita Kucherov Scores 600th Ass...
Feb 01, 2025•1 hr 28 min•Ep. 210
In this episode, the guys talk about the 2024-25 Upper Deck Series 2 Young Guns checklist that was recently leaked on Reddit. What are the best prospects - and the notable omissions - in Series 2? Plus, the delay of EX-2000, the potential for 4 Nations Face-Off cards, the top hockey card of 2024, and more. It's 90 minutes of hockey goodness - now with chapters, so you can skip ahead to your favorite topics. (00:00) - Intro / Collecting Resolutions (10:10) - White Plains Show (20:37) - The Delay ...
Jan 18, 2025•1 hr 30 min•Ep. 209
In the first Puck Junk Podcast for 2025, the guys talk about the $1 million dollar bounty that was offered for the Connor Bedard Young Guns Gold Outburst parallel - and then quietly revoked when no one was looking. Plus, the Winter Classic, World Junior Championships, Shoresy Season 4, the upcoming PWHL cards, and more. It's 99 minutes of hockey goodness - now with chapters, too! (00:00) - 2025 World Junior Championships (14:44) - 2025 Winter Classic (29:32) - Jonathan Toews Comeback? (37:11) - ...
Jan 11, 2025•1 hr 40 min•Ep. 208
In the last Puck Junk Podcast of 2024, the guys talk about the 1979-80 O-Pee-Chee Hockey case that was sold - AGAIN! - at Heritage Auctions, and why the case was sold a second time. Plus, the return of Fanatics Fest NYC, new Upper Deck exclusive autograph athletes, and more. It's 99 minutes of hockey goodness. Show Notes and Links https://puckjunk.com/2024/12/20/podcast-207/
Dec 20, 2024•1 hr 39 min•Ep. 207
After a three-week hiatus, the Puck Junk Podcast is back. This week, the guys talk about the 2023-24 Skybox Metal Universe Hockey set. Plus, a recap of the recent Chicago Sports Spectacular, how the Canadian Postal strike will affect buying and trading hockey cards, and more. It's 109 minutes of hockey goodness. Show Notes and Links https://puckjunk.com/2024/12/07/podcast-206/
Dec 07, 2024•1 hr 49 min•Ep. 206
Sal and Clemente talk about going to last weekend's Fall 2024 Sport Card Expo in Toronto - including what they saw, what they bought, what autographs they got, and how card prices were all over the place. Plus, a look at the upcoming Chicago Sports Spectacular, and Fanatics' venture into the card supplies market. It's 105 minutes of hockey goodness. Show Notes and Links https://puckjunk.com/2024/11/15/podcast-205/...
Nov 15, 2024•1 hr 45 min•Ep. 205
Sal, Tim, and Clemente talk about the new 2024-25 Upper Deck Series One Hockey set, which has a lackluster design and way too many inserts, but also has a promising group of Young Guns. They discuss this weekend's Fall Sport Card Expo in Toronto as well as the big announcement about the 2025 National Sports Collectors Convention. It's 86 minutes of hockey goodness. Show Notes and Links https://puckjunk.com/2024/11/05/podcast-204/...
Nov 05, 2024•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 204
n this episode of the Puck Junk Podcast, the guys talk about the 2023-24 O-Pee-Chee Platinum Hockey set. At almost $300 per box, it's a high-risk set - but is it worth the potential reward? Plus, a quick look at the new 2024-25 Upper Deck Series One hockey set, Sal talks about going to the Dallas Card Show Chicago Edition, and more. It's 91 minutes of hockey goodness! Show Notes and Links https://puckjunk.com/2024/10/19/podcast-203/...
Oct 19, 2024•1 hr 31 min•Ep. 203
In Episode #202 of the Puck Junk Podcast, Sal and Clemente ask their biggest questions for the 2024-25 NHL Season. Plus, will Jeremy Swayman redefine the goalie market now that he signed a new contract, how will Connor Bedard's deal with Fanatics affect Upper Deck, and more. It's 67 minutes of hockey goodness! Show Notes and Links https://puckjunk.com/2024/10/11/podcast-202
Oct 11, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 202
Sal, Tim, and Clemente talk about the 2023-24 Credentials Hockey card set, which boasts a 1990s aesthetic and has some great inserts. But will collectors love - or overlook - this late-season release? Plus, the guys talk about their favorite Young Guns rookie cards of all-time, the new Fanatics' NHL jerseys, and more. It's 95 minutes of hockey goodness. Show Notes and Links https://puckjunk.com/2024/09/28/podcast-201/ ...
Sep 28, 2024•1 hr 35 min•Ep. 201
In the 200th Episode of the Puck Junk Podcast, the guys talk all about the new 2024-25 MVP hockey card set. Is it a set worth collecting? Plus, a look at the 2022-23 The Cup hockey set, Sidney Crosby re-signing with the Penguins, a potential leak of the Utah Hockey Club's new name, and Sal's latest collecting obsession. It's 99 minutes of hockey goodness. Show Notes and Links https://puckjunk.com/2024/09/20/podcast-2000/...
Sep 21, 2024•1 hr 39 min•Ep. 200
In this episode, Clemente Lisi talks with Sal Barry about his coverage at the 2024 NHLPA Rookie Showcase, an annual event where Upper Deck photographs the NHL's newest rookies and gets them to sign autographs for upcoming products. The guys also give their take on the new PWHL logos for its "Inaugural Six" teams, an upcoming book by former NHL coach Mike Keenan, and the cancellation of Fanatics Fest Pittsburgh. It's 66 minutes of hockey goodness. Show Notes and Links https://puckjunk.com/2024/09...
Sep 14, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 199
This week, Sal, Tim, and Clemente talk about the 2023-24 Allure Hockey Card set, which looks great has a ton of inserts and oh so many parallels. The guys also discuss the Happy Gilmour jersey that sold for $40K, and even talk a bit of baseball history. No joke! It's 88 minutes of hobby goodness! Show Notes and Links https://puckjunk.com/2024/08/30/podcast-198/
Aug 30, 2024•1 hr 28 min•Ep. 198
In this episode, the guys talk about the first-ever Fanatics Fest, which was held in New York August 16-18. The show had its ups and downs and was a very different experience than traditional card conventions like the National. Plus, a long discussion about the 2023-24 Synergy Hockey card set. It's 99 minutes of hobby goodness! Show Notes and Links https://puckjunk.com/2024/08/23/podcast-197/
Aug 23, 2024•1 hr 39 min•Ep. 197
Sal, Tim, and Clemente talk all about the 2023-24 Upper Deck Extended Series Hockey Card set, which has yet to catch on with collectors, despite all the good cards packed into it. Plus, a discussion about recent sport card-related crimes, and a look at the upcoming Fanatics Fest. It's 104 minutes of hobby goodness! Show Notes and Links https://puckjunk.com/2024/08/16/podcast-196/
Aug 16, 2024•1 hr 44 min•Ep. 196
Sal Barry, Clemente Lisi, and Tim Parish give their extended recap of the 2024 National Sports Collectors Convention. With half the show populated by old school card sellers and the other half filled with new bloods like breakers, the 2024 National felt like two card shows in one. Find out what was great about this year's National - and what wasn't - and why five is the new ten. It's 93 minutes of hobby goodness! Show Notes and Links https://puckjunk.com/2024/08/12/podcast-195/ ...
Aug 12, 2024•1 hr 33 min•Ep. 195
In this episode, Sal Barry and Tim Parish finally give their take on 2023-24 Upper Deck Series Two Hockey cards. Sal talks about the box of Series Two he opened, including the hits - and misses. Plus, a look at the upcoming 2024 National Sports Collectors Convention in Cleveland, and what hockey fans need to know about that show. It's 80 minutes of hockey goodness. Show Notes and Links https://puckjunk.com/2024/07/12/podcast-194/...
Jul 12, 2024•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 194
