If the cold weather has you bundled up indoors, fear not! The world of sports card collecting has plenty of exciting releases coming up to keep you entertained. Whether you’re a fan of football, hockey, baseball, or basketball, there’s something for everyone. Here’s a rundown of the upcoming releases from January 12th to January 30th, 2024.
Kicking off on January 12th, SAGE Low Series Football makes its way onto the shelves. This pre-draft release from SAGE is perfect for football card enthusiasts. Although it lacks team logos, it offers a wide range of autographed cards. Each box contains 16 packs, guaranteeing an autograph in each pack, along with seven other cards. Keep an eye out for the new SP Kaleidoscope Autographs and the on-card signatures in the Next Level autograph cards. If you’re looking to get your hands on a box, they are available on eBay for under $130. You can also find blaster boxes for a more affordable option.
Next up is the 2022-23 Upper Deck ICE Hockey, which is named appropriately for this season, despite still being branded for the previous season. Each box houses 12 packs, and you can usually find an autograph or memorabilia card in each pack. Noteworthy features include hard-signed Ice Premieres Auto and Auto Patch cards, as well as a 250-card base set. The Signature Swatches cards add an exciting element with a hard-signed autograph and a game-worn jersey swatch. If you’re interested in adding this release to your collection, you can find boxes priced around $125.
On January 17th, prepare for Bowman’s Best Baseball, a release that focuses on prospects and rookies. Each Hobby box offers 12 packs spread over two mini-boxes, with at least three Chrome autograph cards in each box. This year’s edition features an insert set by none other than Hall of Famer Randy Johnson. Make sure to keep an eye out for this release, as it promises to be a hit. The best eBay price for these boxes is currently $289. Alongside Bowman’s Best Baseball, you can also look forward to the release of 2023 Leaf Metal Draft Baseball on the same day.
January 24th brings the long-awaited release of Topps Stadium Club Baseball. Originally scheduled for October, this set is known for its visually stunning 300-card base set that focuses on eye-catching photography. It comes in two versions of Hobby boxes, and you can expect to find one autograph card per box. The Hobby boxes are currently available for $148. Additionally, on the same day, be sure to check out 2023-24 Upper Deck Trilogy Hockey, which promises two autograph and/or memorabilia cards per box.
Excitement continues on January 26th with the release of 2023-24 Panini Donruss Basketball. This release features fat packs and some highly sought-after Rated Rookies. Each Hobby box contains ten packs, with 30 cards in each pack, including one autograph. If basketball is your game, make sure to mark your calendar for this release. Additionally, the same day will also see the release of 2023 Panini Phoenix Football. The boxes offer two autographs, one memorabilia card, and various other collectibles. You can expect to spend around $300-$350 for these boxes when purchasing them online.
Get ready to dive into the exciting world of sports card collecting with this incredible line-up of releases. With football, hockey, baseball, and basketball options, there’s something for every sports enthusiast. Make sure to check with your local hobby shops and online retailers to secure your boxes and packs of these highly anticipated releases. Happy collecting!
