2024-25 Upper Deck Black Diamond Hockey Hobby Release

The 2024-25 Upper Deck Black Diamond Hockey release kicks off the new season in style, offering hockey fans a chance to secure some of the most premium cards featuring autographs, memorabilia, and dazzling inserts. As the first high-end release of the 2024-25 season, this box is packed with must-have cards, including highlights from the exciting rookie class. Here’s everything you need to know about what makes this set a true gem for collectors, including the cards you'll want to keep an eye out for: 

The Base Set

The 100-card Base Set is a centerpiece of the collection, featuring:

• 60 Veterans, 10 Legends, and 30 Rookies
• Two stunning parallels:
  • Green Parallel (#’d to 10)
  • Gold Parallel (#’d 1-of-1)

Diamond Relics

The Base Set - Diamond Relics return, features cards with single, double, triple, or quad diamond gems embedded within. Keep an eye out for:

• Pure Black Parallels (#’d 1-of-1) showcasing Black Diamonds
• Cards that deliver on rarity, elegance, and premium design

Band of Color

Back by popular demand, the Band of Color insert set dazzles with six diamond relics in striking hues—red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and purple. This year’s set features:

• Veterans (#’d to 24)
• Rookies (#’d to 25)
• Pure Black Parallel (#’d 1-of-1) with six black diamonds

The Band of Color is a show-stopping addition to any collection, offering unparalleled visual appeal.

Gemography

The beloved Gemography autograph insert cards continue to shine, showcasing a mix of current stars and top rookies. With cards numbered to just 25, plus low-numbered parallels like:

• Emerald Parallel (#’d to 5)
• Pure Black Parallel (#’d 1-of-1)

These are some of the most sought-after autographs in the set.

Diamond Stars, Legends, and Futures

From the present to the past, the Diamond Stars, Diamond Legends, and Diamond Futures inserts offer a spectrum of excellence:

• Regular cards (#’d to 249)
• Parallels include:
  • Auto (Varied #’ing)
  • Premium Relic Auto (Varied #’ing)
  • Purple Diamond Relic Auto (#’d to 10)
  • Pure Black Diamond Relic Auto (#’d 1-of-1)

New for 2024-25: Sparkling Scripts

This year introduces the Sparkling Scripts autograph set, featuring 40 top veterans and legends. Collectors can also hunt for the exciting Sparkling Scripts Rookies, highlighting autographs from the 2024-25 rookie class.

Jewels of the Draft

The Jewels of the Draft autograph patch cards return with vibrant designs and limited numbering. Look for:

• Rookie Cards and Veteran Cards, all #’d to 99 or less

Celebrating the Edmonton Oilers 

New for this year is a tribute to the Edmonton Oilers with Retired Number Patches (#’d to 99). These cards honor eight Oilers legends and their iconic jersey numbers, with rare parallels like:

• Gold Parallel
• Gold Auto Parallel, numbered to the respective legend’s jersey

Exquisite Collection

Every pack of Black Diamond includes an Exquisite Collection card, launching the first wave of a multi-product hockey overlay program. From rookies to premium memorabilia, these cards bring a new level of excitement to the set.

Inside the Box

Each box delivers a mix of cards:

• 1 Autograph or Diamond Relic Card
• 1 Base Set or Base Set Parallel Card
• 1 Exquisite Collection Card
• 3 Insert, Tech, or Non-Exquisite Memorabilia Cards

Key Rookies

• Macklin Celebrini
• Matvei Michkov
• Lane Hutson
• Logan Stankoven
• Shakir Mukhamadullin
• Jesper Wallstedt
• Conor Geekie
• Frank Nazar
• Cutter Gauthier
• Will Smith
• Olen Zellweger
• Zachary Bolduc

The 2024-25 Upper Deck Black Diamond Hockey release is a treasure trove for collectors, blending innovation with tradition. With dazzling inserts, rare parallels, and cards that celebrate the sport’s history and future, this set is a can’t-miss release for the season.

Order yours here.