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Hockey's biggest rookie release of the fall is here. 2026-27 Upper Deck Series 1 Hockey is out now, and it's where collectors find the first Young Guns rookie cards of the new NHL season.
At a Glance
- Product: 2026-27 Upper Deck Series 1 Hockey
- Status: Out now
- Base set: 250 cards, with Young Guns rookies at the end of the set
- Hobby boxes: 6 Young Guns per box on average, per Upper Deck
- Rookies to watch: Anton Frondell, James Hagens and Porter Martone
What's Inside
Beyond the base set and Young Guns, Series 1 brings a deep insert lineup:
- UD Canvas: the first 120 cards of the set, with Black & White parallels
- Population Count: acetate inserts in seven print runs, down to 1 of 1
- Holotypes: hologram cards HT-61 through HT-90
- Bootleg: returning 18-player set
- Electric Soul: new set with one-color player images on team-color backgrounds
- Stencils: new foil set with numbered Red, Yellow, Green, Blue and Purple parallels
- Base parallels: UD Exclusives, High Gloss, Clear Cut, Outburst Silver, Red and Gold, and Deluxe
Box Types at Card Pop
| Box | Good to know |
|---|---|
| Mega Box | A retail-size box for collectors who want more packs in one box |
| Blaster Box | A smaller box and an easy way to start chasing Young Guns |
| Tin | A giftable option that's popular for the holidays |
Chase Cards
The Young Guns are the headline, led by names like Anton Frondell, James Hagens and Porter Martone. Low-numbered parallels such as Outburst Gold (1 of 1) and High Gloss (numbered to 10), plus the 1-of-1 Population Count tier, are the toughest pulls.
Which Box Should You Buy?
- Chasing rookies on a budget: start with a Blaster.
- Want more packs: go with a Mega Box.
- Shopping for a hockey fan: a Tin makes an easy gift.
Series 1 Hockey FAQ
What are Young Guns?
Young Guns are Upper Deck's flagship rookie cards and the most collected hockey rookies each season. Series 1 is where the first wave of each season's class appears.
How many Young Guns come in a hobby box?
Upper Deck says hobby boxes average 6 Young Guns per box.
Does Card Pop have 2026-27 Series 1 Hockey?
Yes. We carry Mega Boxes, Blaster Boxes and Tins. Ask our team in-store about availability.
2026-27 Upper Deck Series 1 Hockey at Card Pop
Stop by 1114 W Jefferson St. or 2543 Plainfield Rd. (Route 30), serving Joliet, Plainfield and Will County. Our team buys, sells and trades sports cards in-store, so bring in your big pulls too.
Official details: Upper Deck: 2026-27 Upper Deck Series 1 Hockey