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Puck Junk @puckjunk.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

In the new #PuckJunkPodcast , we review the 2026-27 Artifacts Hockey card set. Plus, Igor Shesterkin scores a goalie goal, Jack Hughes can’t take a cringy joke, while his autographed card sells for almost $400K. It’s 110 minutes of hockey goodness! youtu.be/hxqL8YPWjxo?...

2026-27 Artifacts Hockey Cards - Ep. 257

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Puck Junk @puckjunk.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

In the new #PuckJunkPodcast, we talk about the 2026-27 MVP Hockey Card set. Plus, the 30th anniversary of the 1996 World Cup of Hockey, and the upcoming NHL season. youtu.be/6ME_cPl8Eo8?...

2026-27 MVP Hockey Cards - Ep. 256

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Puck Junk @puckjunk.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Happy Friday! Here is the latest issue of the Puck Junk Newsletter for your reading enjoyment! mailchi.mp/puckjunk/nhl...

NHL "Construct-a-Figures" Series 2 Now Available🏒

12 New Mini Figures Featuring Popular NHL Players • September 18, 2026

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Puck Junk @puckjunk.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

In case you missed it - or do not subscribe - here is the latest issue of the Puck Junk Newsletter. If you enjoy reading it, the link to subscribe is at the bottom of the newsletter. mailchi.mp/puckjunk/hug...

Hughes "Golden Goal" Signed Card at Auction🏒

Card That Mysteriously Appeared Might Top $100K • September 11, 2026

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Puck Junk @puckjunk.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

In the new #PuckJunkPodcast, we review the 2025-26 OPC Platinum Hockey card set & talk about Dick's Sporting Goods getting into the business of selling graded cards and singles. Plus, I pay tribute to one of my non-hockey heroes who recently passed away youtu.be/e3Pj6gttXpw?...

2025-26 O-Pee-Chee Platinum Hockey Cards - Ep. 255

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Puck Junk @puckjunk.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

I added this beautiful vintage card to my collection recently: 1953-54 Parkhurst Allan Stanley card. I now need only 20 cards to complete the 100-card '53-54 Parkhurst Hockey set - both some big names and some common cards.

Puck Junk @puckjunk.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

In the new #PuckJunkPodcast, we discuss the Macklin Celebrini Gold Outburst Parallel that sold for over ONE MILLION DOLLARS at a recent auction. Then we talk about the 2025-26 Upper Deck Extended Series Hockey set. It’s 91 minutes of hockey goodness. youtu.be/9FhdZ0-NdnY?...

2025-26 Upper Deck Extended Series Hockey Cards - Ep. 254

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Puck Junk @puckjunk.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

The new #PuckJunkPodcast is out now! This week, we review the 2025-26 O-Pee-Chee Hockey card set. We also talk about Patrick Kane returning to the Chicago Blackhawks. It's 114 minutes of hockey goodness. youtu.be/9B9swYk6Mys?...

2025-26 O-Pee-Chee Hockey Cards - Ep. 253

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Puck Junk @puckjunk.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

In the new #PuckJunkPodcast we discuss the 2026 National Sports Collectors Convention, from the hockey cards everyone was looking for, to the cool promotions by Upper Deck, to current and former hockey players signing autographs, and more. Plus, some of the cool stuff we got youtu.be/iIH0vfVgRdc?...

2026 National Sports Collectors Convention Recap - Ep. 252

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Puck Junk @puckjunk.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

If you are going to the National Sports Collectors Convention in Chicago this year, stop by the Puck Junk booth. I'll be at Booth #58 on the first floor, along the wall. I'll have some "Bad Hockey Card Hall of Fame" sets and other cool stuff to give out. Below is a map to find me. See you there!

Puck Junk @puckjunk.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

In the new #PuckJunkPodcast, we recap Fanatics Fest and give a preview of the upcoming National Sports Collectors Convention. youtu.be/6-mH4vnI340?...

2026 Fanatics Fest Recap & 2026 National Preview - Ep. 251

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Puck Junk @puckjunk.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

Video: 2024-25 Clear Cut Box Break Check out my 90-second box break video of 2024-25 Clear Cut Hockey Cards. Each box has one premium autographed card. What do you think of Clear Cut Hockey? puckjunk.com/2026/07/16/v...

Video: 2024-25 Clear Cut Hockey Box Break

Sal Barry opens a box of 2024-25 Clear Cut Hockey cards. Each box contains one premium autographed hockey card.

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Puck Junk @puckjunk.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

Watch my new box break video of 2024-25 Engrained Icons Hockey cards - it's under 3 minutes. Each box of Engrained Icons has 6 cards, including 3 autographed or memorabilia cards. puckjunk.com/2026/07/06/v...

2024-25 Engrained Icons Hockey Box Break

Sal Barry opens a box of 2024-25 SP Engrained Icons Hockey cards. Each box contains six cards – including three autographed or memorabilia cards.

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Puck Junk @puckjunk.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

In this double-sized episode of the #PuckJunkPodcast, we talk about the 2026 NHL Draft and the Hockey Hall of Fame Class of 2026. Plus, recent NHL trades and remembering former NHL player Kyle Calder. youtu.be/rWL2Bv77JBQ?...

2026 NHL Draft & Hockey Hall of Fame Class of 2026 - Ep. 250

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Puck Junk @puckjunk.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

Check out my new box break video of 2024-25 SP Game Used Hockey cards. Each box has 9 cards - including 4 hits, which could be autographs, memorabilia, or tech insert cards. puckjunk.com/2026/06/30/v...

Video: 2024-25 SP Game Used Hockey Box Break

Sal Barry of the Puck Junk Podcast opens a box of 2024-25 SP Game Used Hockey cards. Each box contains nine cards – including four hits, which are either autographs, memorabilia, or tech cards.

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Puck Junk @puckjunk.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

Here are the winners of the 9th Annual Puck Junk Awards. Find out who got the Chris Kontos Trophy, the Bob Probert Punchbowl, the McLlwain Medal of Merit, and other awards that SHOULD exist #hockey puckjunk.com/2026/06/29/t...

The 9th Annual Puck Junk Awards - Puck Junk

This year, the NHL skipped its annual awards show, instead announcing its annual trophy winners throughout the end of the season. That’s a bit of a letdown, as the NHL Awards Show – as cringy as it is...

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Puck Junk @puckjunk.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

Video Box Break: 2024-25 Black Diamond Hockey Cards. Each box contains six premium hockey cards. Check out the video below - it's only 2 minutes - and let me know what you think of '24-25 Black Diamond.

Video: 2024-25 Black Diamond Hockey Box Break

Sal Barry of the Puck Junk Podcast opens a box of 2024-25 Black Diamond Hockey cards. Each box contains six premium hockey cards – including one autograph or Diamond Relic card, one base set or base s...

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Puck Junk @puckjunk.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

In the new #PuckJunkPodcast, we talk about the 2026 Stanley Cup Final and its champions, the Carolina Hurricanes. Plus, new hockey cards commemorating the Hurricanes' victory and how the Final may impact rookie cards of Brandon Bussi and Jordan Staal. youtu.be/mhcrkVmSltg?...

Carolina Hurricanes are Stanley Cup Champs! - Ep. 249

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Puck Junk @puckjunk.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

Video Box Break: 2023-24 Premier Hockey Cards. Each box has 6 premium hockey cards, including 2 autographs and 2 memorabilia cards. Check out my latest video - it's only 2 minutes! puckjunk.com/2026/06/11/v...

Video: 2023-24 Premier Hockey Box Break

Sal Barry opens a box of 2023-24 Premier Hockey cards. Each box contains six premium hockey cards - including two autographs and two memorabilia cards.

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Puck Junk @puckjunk.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

The new #PuckJunkPodcast is out today - yes, on a Monday! This week, we talk about the 2026 #StanleyCupFinal Games 1-3 - and how it has been an amazing series thus far. It's 65 minutes of hockey goodness. youtu.be/gZLhcF3Srqs?...

2026 Stanley Cup Final Games 1-3

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Puck Junk @puckjunk.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

Happy Friday! Here is the latest Puck Junk Newsletter. mailchi.mp/puckjunk/two...

Two Comebacks in Two Games🏒

A Record 108 Years in the Making • June 5, 2026

Puck Junk @puckjunk.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

In the latest #PuckJunkPodcast, we discuss the passing of two NHL legends: Claude Lemieux and Dennis Hull. We then give a preview of - and our predictions for - the 2026 Stanley Cup Final, then have a long talk about the 2025-26 SPx Hockey set. youtu.be/WqP2gJE7A3M?...

2025-26 SPx Hockey Cards - Ep. 247

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Puck Junk @puckjunk.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

2023-24 SPx Hockey box break. Each box guarantees one autographed card, plus four premium cards. Check out my latest box break in this short 2-minute video. puckjunk.com/2026/05/26/v...

Video: 2023-24 SPx Hockey Box Break - Puck Junk

Sal Barry of the Puck Junk Podcast opens a box of 2023-24 SPx Hockey cards. Each box contains five premium hockey cards – including one guaranteed autograph. Will you collect any 2023-24 SPx Hockey ca...

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Puck Junk @puckjunk.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

2023-24 Ultimate Collection Hockey box break. Check out my latest box break in this short, 2-minute video. puckjunk.com/2026/05/19/v...

Video: 2023-24 Ultimate Collection Hockey Box Break - Puck Junk

Sal Barry of the Puck Junk Podcast opens a box of 2023-24 Ultimate Collection Hockey cards. Each box contains four premium hockey cards. Will you collect any 2023-24 Ultimate Collection Hockey cards? ...

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Puck Junk @puckjunk.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

In the new #PuckJunkPodcast, we take a look at the 2025-26 Flair Hockey set - the 1990s are back, baby! Plus, our recap of Round 2 of the 2026 NHL Playoffs and a preview of the Conference Finals. #collect #hockey youtu.be/6M7Ju1sc7pE

2025-26 Flair Hockey Cards - Ep. 246

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Puck Junk @puckjunk.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

Check out my latest video box break of 2024-25 Stature Hockey cards. It's less than 3 minutes long. Do you like Stature hockey cards? puckjunk.com/2026/05/13/v...

Video: 2024-25 Stature Hockey Box Break

Sal Barry of the Puck Junk Podcast opens a box of 2024-25 Upper Deck Stature Hockey cards. Each box contains five premium hockey cards.

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Puck Junk @puckjunk.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

Box Break: 2025-26 Upper Deck Series Two. Who else is collecting Series 1, Series 2, and Extended Series this year? puckjunk.com/2026/05/11/2...

2025-26 Upper Deck Series Two Box Break - Puck Junk

Released in March, the 2025-26 Upper Deck Series Two Hockey card set is a continuation of Series One, which was released in October. Like Series One, Series Two has 200 base cards and 50 short-printed...

Puck Junk @puckjunk.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

In Episode 245 of the #PuckJunkPodcast, we recap the first round of the playoffs, then take a long look at the new 2025-26 Fleer Ultra #hockey card set - which is back as physical (non-digital only) card set for the first time in over a decade. #collect youtu.be/rOX61RPDJTc?...

2025-26 Fleer Ultra Hockey Cards - Ep. 245

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Puck Junk @puckjunk.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

Box Break: 2025-26 Flair Hockey. The classic set from the 1990s is back with a new look that would fit right in with the original Flair cards from 1995. Is anyone here excited to see Flair make a comeback? puckjunk.com/2026/05/04/2...

2025-26 Flair Hockey Box Break - Puck Junk

Flair is the latest brand of hockey cards from the 1990s to make a comeback. Flair was a brand of premium hockey cards made by Fleer, first during the 1994-95 season and then again in 1996-97. The 199...

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Puck Junk @puckjunk.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

In Episode 244 of the #PuckJunkPodcast, we talk about 2025-26 Upper Deck Series Two Hockey Cards. Plus: Alex Ovechkin, Sidney Crosby, and Patrick Kane. youtu.be/Ji3AcmBfA4k?...

2025-26 Upper Deck Series Two Hockey Cards - Ep. 244

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Puck Junk @puckjunk.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

Check out my latest video box break of 2023-24 Upper Deck Clear Cut Hockey cards - it's less than 90 seconds long. Do you like Clear Cut hockey cards?

Video: 2023-24 Clear Cut Hockey Box Break

Sal Barry of the Puck Junk Podcast opens a box of 2023-24 Upper Deck Clear Cut Hockey cards. Each box contains one premium autograph card. Did you buy any 2023-24 Upper Deck Clear Cut? Leave a comment...

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Puck Junk @puckjunk.bsky.social · 03/04/2026

Happy Friday! Here is the latest Puck Junk Newsletter. mailchi.mp/puckjunk/are...

Are There Too Many NHL Games Right Now?

AKA the One Bad Thing About Olympic Hockey • April 3, 2026

Puck Junk @puckjunk.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

Here is the latest issue of the Puck Junk Newsletter for your reading enjoyment! mailchi.mp/puckjunk/whe...

When Hockey Meets Baseball

A Look at Some Fun Baseball-Hockey Crossover Cards • March 26, 2026

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Puck Junk @puckjunk.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

I am convinced that 90% of "card collectors" out there are all chasing after the same 5 cards. What those 5 cards are changes from month to month.

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Puck Junk @puckjunk.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

Here is the latest Puck Junk Newsletter, with information about new and upcoming hockey card releases and other hockey collectible info you should know about. mailchi.mp/puckjunk/six...

Six Years of the Puck Junk Facebook Group

From Something Bad Came Something Good • March 19, 2026

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Puck Junk @puckjunk.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

In the new #PuckJunkPodcast, we give our recap of the March 2025 Chicago Sports Spectacular. Plus, a look at the U.S. Paralympic Sled Hockey Team that won the gold medal at the 2026 Paralympic Games. youtu.be/u5--3a_Ykds?...

March 2026 Chicago Sports Spectacular Recap - Ep. 243

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Puck Junk @puckjunk.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

In the latest #PuckJunkPodcast, we do a "setrospective" on the 1985-86 Topps and O-Pee-Chee Hockey card sets, which came out 40 years ago. From the best rookies to the worst paint jobs, we cover it all. Plus, the new Youngblood movie and more! youtu.be/JTTxYST5mQw?...

1985-86 Topps & O-Pee-Chee Hockey Setrospective - Episode 242

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Puck Junk @puckjunk.bsky.social · 27/02/2026

Hey, fellow Puck Junkies. The latest Puck Junk Newsletter is out now, with info about new hockey figures, Olympic hockey cards - and a special Puck Junk announcement. If you don't already subscribe, you can read it at the link below: mailchi.mp/puckjunk/con...

Congratulations to the Men's Olympic Hockey Team

U.S. Goes 2-for-2 with Women's & Men's Gold Medal Wins • February 27, 2026

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Puck Junk @puckjunk.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

In the latest #PuckJunkPodcast, we recap the 2026 Winter Olympic Men's and Women's Hockey Tournaments. Other topics include more Topps Now Olympic hockey cards and a look at the Young Guns checklist for 2025-26 Upper Deck Series 2. youtu.be/z9hkT921Kus?...

2026 Winter Olympic Hockey Recap - Episode 241

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Puck Junk @puckjunk.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

In the new Puck Junk Podcast, we give an update on men's and women's hockey at the 2026 Winter Olympics. We also talk about some new Olympic hockey cards that came out recently, plus PSA Grading's new price increases. youtu.be/t5QbIx8Y_U8?...

2026 Winter Olympic Hockey Update - Episode 240

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Puck Junk @puckjunk.bsky.social · 13/02/2026

Here is the latest Puck Junk Newsletter, with info about new hockey action figures, mascot plush dolls, cards, and more! mailchi.mp/puckjunk/new...

New Poseable Hockey Action Figures

Upcoming Release a Throwback to the 1980s and 1990s • February 13, 2026

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Puck Junk @puckjunk.bsky.social · 11/02/2026

In the new Puck Junk Podcast, we talk about 2025-26 Allure Hockey cards, Artemi Panarin getting traded to the Kings, and Macklin Celebrini signing some cards as "Chester." It's 115 minutes of hockey goodness - with chapters, so you can skip to your favorite part. youtu.be/nfA5f6ycdcg

Puck Junk Podcast 239: 2025-26 Allure Hockey Cards

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Puck Junk @puckjunk.bsky.social · 06/02/2026

Here is the Puck Junk Newsletter for February 6. Enjoy! mailchi.mp/puckjunk/oly...

Olympic Ice Hockey is Like Star Trek Movies

It's the Whole Even-Odd Thing, if You Know What I Mean • February 6, 2026

Puck Junk @puckjunk.bsky.social · 04/02/2026

In the latest Puck Junk Podcast, we take a look at the upcoming Men's Winter Olympic Ice Hockey Tournament. We talk about the rosters for all 12 teams, the groups, and some of our favorite memories from past Olympic hockey tournaments. youtu.be/62qsq4jw2Ag?...

2026 Men's Winter Olympic Hockey Preview

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Puck Junk @puckjunk.bsky.social · 30/01/2026

The latest Puck Junk Newsletter is out now. Enjoy! mailchi.mp/puckjunk/htt...

How Should I Organize My Small Sets?

The Collection Reorganization Struggle Continues... • January 30, 2026

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Puck Junk @puckjunk.bsky.social · 23/01/2026

Here is the latest Puck Junk Newsletter: mailchi.mp/puckjunk/the...

The Dog Days of Winter

Would You Like Some Cold Weather With Your Cold? • January 23, 2026

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Puck Junk @puckjunk.bsky.social · 13/01/2026

In our first podcast of 2026, we talk about the 2025-26 MVP Hockey Card set. Plus, Patrick Kane scoring his 500th goal, and remembering hockey legends Glenn Hall and Bob Pulford. Its 112 minutes of hockey goodness - with chapters so you can skip ahead. youtu.be/gzD_cCYxpXI?...

Puck Junk Podcast 237: 2025-26 MVP Hockey Cards

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Puck Junk @puckjunk.bsky.social · 30/12/2025

Here is the Puck Junk Bad Hockey Card Hall of Fame: Class of 2025. Which of these cards is your favorite? puckjunk.com/2025/12/30/t...

The Puck Junk Bad Hockey Card Hall of Fame: Class of 2025 - Puck Junk

As the year comes to an end, it was now or never to announce the Puck Junk Bad Hockey Card Hall of Fame: Class of 2025. And what a class it is! This year, we have two new members of the Bad Paint Job...

Puck Junk @puckjunk.bsky.social · 23/12/2025

In the last Puck Junk Podcast for 2025, we take a long look back at the 1995 hockey/action film "Sudden Death," which is basically "Die Hard" at a hockey game. Also: Upper Deck Holiday Edition cards and the FTC investigating PSA buying Beckett. youtu.be/uiK60jHk7Ho

Puck Junk Podcast 236: "Sudden Death" Movie Retrospective

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Puck Junk @puckjunk.bsky.social · 19/12/2025

The new Puck Junk Podcast is out now. This week, we talk about PSA Grading buying Beckett, Quinn Hughes getting graded to Minnesota, should the NHL have more color vs. color jersey games, and more. youtu.be/4GhjTT5wbnU?...

Puck Junk Podcast 235: PSA Grading Buys Beckett

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