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Upper Deck announced a new hockey card program on November 3rd, 2026 called 2 of a Kind. Every card in the set is one of two: the NHL player keeps one copy, and the other copy goes into packs for collectors. It debuts as an insert in 2026-27 O-Pee-Chee hockey.
At a Glance
- Program: Upper Deck 2 of a Kind, an NHL and NHLPA set
- How it works: each card is numbered 1 of 2 or 2 of 2. The 1 of 2 is given to the player; the 2 of 2 is in packs
- Checklist: 100 players each year, refreshed every season
- First product: 2026-27 O-Pee-Chee, in both hobby and retail packs, with no redemptions
- Timing: Upper Deck says 2026-27 O-Pee-Chee is scheduled to release around 2027 NHL All-Star Weekend
- Design: metallic foilboard fronts with a rose gold back
How 2 of a Kind Works
Upper Deck calls 2 of a Kind a continuous set with a 100-player checklist each year, designed to cover NHL and NHLPA players over time. For each card, the player gets the 1 of 2 version and collectors can pull the matching 2 of 2 version straight from packs.
Upper Deck also says collectors who pull a 2 of 2 may be able to submit it for a chance to meet the player who has the matching card. Upper Deck has not released those details yet and says certain limitations will apply, so we'll update this post when they're official.
Topps Tried a Similar Idea
The same week, hobby outlet Sole Retriever reported a Topps Now Diamond Parallel companion card for the Milwaukee Brewers: one copy went to players during the World Series celebration and the other was randomly inserted in the 2026 Topps Now Milwaukee Brewers Team Set, which was available for a limited time. Upper Deck's program is different because it's an ongoing, 100-player set inside a regular hockey release.
Who It's For
- Hockey collectors who chase low-numbered inserts in O-Pee-Chee.
- Team and player collectors, since every checklisted player has just one copy available to the public.
- Retail rippers, because Upper Deck says the cards come in both hobby and retail packs.
2 of a Kind FAQ
Which product has 2 of a Kind cards?
The program debuts in 2026-27 O-Pee-Chee hockey, in hobby and retail packs.
When does 2026-27 O-Pee-Chee come out?
Upper Deck says it is scheduled to release around 2027 NHL All-Star Weekend. A firm date hasn't been announced.
Which players are on the checklist?
Upper Deck hasn't named them yet. The set will have 100 players each year.
Can I meet the player if I pull one?
Upper Deck says details on submitting your card for a chance to meet the player are coming, and limitations will apply.
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Official details: Upper Deck's 2 of a Kind announcement