Nonsense on Ice

In this episode of Nonsense on Ice presented by Upper Deck, we dive into the NHL Awards and look at the top rookie cards to chase of the 2025-26 NHL Award Winners. We also dive deep into the hockey market over the last week, look at the latest NHL releases, and check out Doug's Hobby Three Stars for the week! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

New episode of Nonsense on Ice presented by Upper Deck is here with special guest Mick Kern! We break down the NHL playoffs, hockey cards, and one of the biggest pulls we’ve ever had on the show. We also dive into this week’s Hobby Three Stars, while talking playoff performances, rising Young Guns values, and the current state of the hockey hobby. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone....

The Stanley Cup Playoffs are in full swing and the hockey world is buzzing! In this episode of Nonsense on Ice presented by Upper Deck, we break down how rising NHL viewership and playoff performances are impacting the hockey card market right now. From surging Card Ladder trends to breakout playoff stars and undervalued young guns, we take a deep dive into what is driving the hobby and where thin...

In this episode of Nonsense on Ice, we break down everything happening right now across the NHL and the hobby, from playoff storylines to rising card values and under-the-radar buying opportunities. We dive into the biggest NHL playoff storylines, highlight breakout performances, and examine how it is affecting card values in real time. We also cover five players who missed the playoffs but could...

In this action-packed episode of Nonsense on Ice, we break down everything happening in the hockey world and the hobby right now. From the Stanley Cup Playoffs to rising card values and brand new releases. We speak with Upper Deck’s Product Development Manager, Tony Sirianni to talk about an exciting new release, 2025–26 Upper Deck Flair Hockey! We break down what really goes into creating a moder...

On the latest Nonsense on Ice presented by Upper Deck, Doug Plagens breaks down why hockey cards are gaining momentum right now as the NHL season heads toward the playoffs. He dives into the latest CardLadder hockey index numbers, PSA grading trends, rising stars, veteran market movement, and the NHL storylines shaping the hobby, including Cole Caufield’s 50-goal season, Nick Suzuki’s breakout yea...

The NHL regular season is winding down, the playoff race is tightening, and Doug Plagens breaks down the biggest storylines on the ice and in the hobby. This week’s episode covers Montreal’s late-season surge, Cole Caufield’s goal-scoring tear, Macklin Celebrini’s historic season, and what recent injuries to stars like Cale Makar, Leon Draisaitl and Cutter Gauthier could mean moving forward. Doug...

Doug Plagens is back with the latest edition of Nonsense on Ice presented by Upper Deck, breaking down the biggest NHL and hockey card storylines as the regular season heads toward the finish. Doug dives into the wild card races in both conferences, notable NHL debuts to know, and Sergei Bobrovsky’s latest milestone. Then he shifts to the hobby side with upcoming Upper Deck releases, some of the b...

Doug Plagens breaks down some of the biggest NHL and hockey card storylines as the regular season heads into the home stretch. First, Doug reacts to Leon Draisaitl’s injury and looks at which Oilers could benefit from added opportunity, including Matt Savoie and Evan Bouchard. He also checks in on several major NHL names making headlines right now, including Alex Ovechkin, Nathan MacKinnon, Sidney...

Doug Plagens comes to you from the road in Seattle as the big story across the NHL is the incredible surge of the Buffalo Sabres. This isn't just a hot streak; the Sabres have matured into a physical, high-scoring force in the Atlantic Division that refuses to be pushed around, as evidenced by their wild eight-to-seven battle with the Tampa Bay Lightning. We break down why the hobby is finally cat...

The NHL trade deadline is over, and Doug Plagens breaks down the biggest winners, the moves that matter most for contenders, and what it all means for the hockey card market. In this episode of Nonsense on Ice presented by Upper Deck, Doug dives into the hobby impact of the deadline, the early buzz around Upper Deck Series 2, and why Matthew Schaefer Young Guns are already making serious noise. He...

Tomorrow marks the official release of Upper Deck Series 2, and we're breaking down everything you need to know before you start ripping. In this edition of Nonsense on Ice presented by Upper Deck host Doug Plagens welcomes Troy Licastro from Dave and Adam's Card World to provide a comprehensive roadmap of the Series 2 checklist. While 18-year-old defensive phenom Matthew Schaefer is the undispute...

Doug Plagens celebrates a historic moment for Team USA as the women’s hockey squad captures gold in a thrilling overtime victory against Canada. He also breaks down the immediate hobby impact of the Men's Ice Hockey Olympic games prior to the medal games, highlighting the surging market for Macklin Celebrini and several NHL stars who have shined on the Olympic stage. PROGRAMMING NOTE: This episode...

This week on Nonsense on Ice, Doug Plagens is joined by the television voice of the Columbus Blue Jackets, Steve Mears. They discuss the Blue Jackets' recent surge, Zach Werenski's Norris Trophy potential, and the development of young stars like Adam Fantilli. Steve also opens up about his personal collection, including his cherished 1989 Upper Deck Ken Griffey Jr. and a vintage 1963 Parkhurst Jea...

The NHL has hit the Olympic break, but the hobby isn’t slowing down. On this edition of Nonsense on Ice, Doug reacts to the massive news of Artemi Panarin being traded to the Los Angeles Kings and breaks down what the move means for his card market. We also dive into the NHL Awards frontrunners, including a bold prediction that Matthew Schaefer's upcoming Young Guns release could be the "hockey ca...

Join Doug Plagens for a jam-packed episode of Nonsense on Ice presented by Upper Deck. This week, we celebrate a massive milestone as Patrick Kane becomes the all-time leading American-born point scorer. We also dive headfirst into the newly released 2025-26 O-Pee-Chee set, breaking down the key chase cards, marquee rookies, and the best teams to target in breaks. Plus, with the Olympic Winter Gam...

From legendary "unbreakable" records to the newest rookie leaks, we're covering the full spectrum of the hockey card hobby on this edition of Nonsense on Ice, presented by Upper Deck. Doug Plagens is breaking down the most anticipated Young Guns for the upcoming Upper Deck Series 2 (17:45) and checking in on the surging veteran market in Pittsburgh and Detroit. We also dive deep into the legacy of...

Join Doug Plagens for another edition of Nonsense on Ice presented by Upper Deck. The episode kicks off with a look at the hottest storylines in the NHL, including the Tampa Bay Lightning’s winning streak and the Vegas Golden Knights’ push in the Pacific, before diving into the latest product news surrounding the release of 25-26 Upper Deck Allure. Doug also provides a market check-in on Macklin C...

Upper Deck dropped one of the biggest announcements in hockey card history! In this episode of Nonsense on Ice, Doug Plagens breaks down the new NHL Rookie Debut Jersey Patch Cards (6:46) coming to 2025-26 Extended Series. We discuss why these game-worn relics from a player’s very first NHL game are set to become the next major chase for collectors. Plus, we recap Sweden’s big win at the World Jun...

Happy New Year! We are kicking off 2026 with a massive episode of Nonsense on Ice, presented by Upper Deck, bringing you all the latest hockey and hockey card news (2:40). Host Doug Plagens breaks down the exploding market for Macklin Celebrini Young Guns (52:30). We also recap the 2026 Winter Classic (8:10) and the $400,000+ Connor McDavid sale (34:30) that has the hobby buzzing. Plus, Doug sits...

In the final Nonsense on Ice of 2025, Doug Plagens gets you ready for the new year with a 2026 sports card hobby outlook! We break down the rookie card markets of the NHL's three newest members of the 1,000 Point Club: Nikita Kucherov, Brad Marchand, and Leon Draisaitl (17:55). Who is the best investment right now? This week's Hobby 3 Stars (28:00) feature Connor McDavid (Edmonton Oilers), Tage Th...

On this week's episode of Nonsense on Ice, Doug Plagens breaks down a list of 13 injured players, from superstars to top prospects, whose card markets might present a buying opportunity right now. With Connor Bedard, Victor Hedman, and Aleksander Barkov all missing time, Doug explains why he isn't hitting the panic button and which cards he’s targeting while prices are soft (27:00). Plus, we check...

Host Doug Plagens is back with a massive episode breaking down the week's biggest hockey news and its direct impact on the hobby! Two big NHL trades (2:05) caused an immediate stir in the card market: Quinn Hughes to the Wild: We examine his Young Guns (PSA 10 sales around $180) and the immediate hobby buzz. The Canucks acquired three former first-round picks : Zeev Buium, Liam Öhgren , and Marco...

The Cup 24-25 is out from Upper Deck  (15:55). In this episode of Nonsense on Ice, Doug Plagens is joined by Ty The Card Guy to break down the massive release. We dive deep into the rookie class depth, from Macklin Celebrini and Will Smith to Cutter Gauthier and Steve Shields (17:49), and discuss why the NHL market is growing. Plus, we cover the "Hobby 3 Stars of the Week," featuring a surging goa...

Join Doug Plagens for today's episode of "Nonsense on Ice" as he explores the NHL's rising stars (4:13) and future Hall of Famers (16:33) collectors should have their eyes on. From young talents like Chicago Blackhawks star Connor Bedard, San Jose Sharks second-year player Macklin Celebrini, Anaheim Ducks center Leo Carlson, and Columbus Blue Jackets center Adam Fantilli, to celebrated legends suc...