Upper Deck, renowned for its sports collectibles, has inked an exclusive multi-year partnership with Michael Misa, a promising talent in junior hockey and the expected top pick for the 2025 NHL Draft. At just 15 years old, Misa achieved the rare “Exceptional Status” for the 2022-23 season in the Ontario Hockey League (OHL), becoming only the sixth player in the league’s history to receive this honor. Now 17, Misa has already made waves by clinching the OHL Rookie of the Year title and the prestigious Emms Family Award.
Jason Masherah, the President of Upper Deck, expressed his enthusiasm for Misa’s signing, emphasizing the company’s eagerness to develop and distribute a distinctive collection of Misa’s memorabilia and trading cards. This unique collection seeks to provide fans with innovative ways to commemorate Misa’s burgeoning career, combining both physical and digital formats.
The exclusive memorabilia collection for fans features autographed game-used pucks from Misa’s time with the Saginaw Spirit, prints of his #77 jersey, and signed jerseys showcasing pivotal moments from his early career. In addition, Upper Deck has introduced three Game Dated Moments trading cards on UpperDeckEpack.com, honoring Misa’s milestones such as being the #1 pick in the 2022 OHL Priority Draft, scoring his first goal, and earning the Rookie of the Year accolade. A special incentive is in store for the initial 25 collectors to complete the set, who will receive an autographed version of Misa’s Rookie of the Year award card, available for purchase until February 22.
Misa shared his excitement about joining Upper Deck’s lineup of athletes, which includes hockey icons like Wayne Gretzky and Connor McDavid, underscoring the significance of this collaboration in fulfilling childhood dreams and connecting with fans through his journey. This partnership between Upper Deck and Michael Misa not only celebrates the ascent of a young talent in the hockey realm but also upholds Upper Deck’s tradition of bringing fans closer to their sports idols through imaginative and interactive collectibles.
