Puck Junk Podcasts

Sal Barry and Tim Parish talk about TWO sets of recently-released hockey cards: 2021-22 Credentials and 2021-22 Stature. Other topics include 2022-23 Parkhurst hockey cards on e-Pack, the Upper Deck Rookie Showcase, and an auction for a Connor McDavid Young Guns rookie card that exceeded $100k. It’s 79 minutes of hockey goodness! Show Notes, Links …

In this episode, Sal Barry and Tim Parish talk all about the 2023-24 MVP Hockey card set, which is the first set for the new season. The guys take a look at the design, the inserts, the rookies - and the ridiculous amounts of cash money that the Connor Bedard redemption cards are selling for. Plus, they discuss the new Professional Women's Hockey L…

Sal Barry and Tim Parish continue their '90-91 Retrospective Series with a long conversation about the 1990-91 Pro Set Hockey card set, including the set's colorful design, most-sought-after error cards, the legendary Stanley Cup Hologram, and the set's enduring legacy. Plus, if there was a Pro Set Drinking Game, what would the rules be? It's 103 m…

In this episode of the Puck Junk Podcast, Sal Barry and Tim Parish discuss the 2022-23 Upper Deck Synergy hockey card set, including the design, the inserts...and why the parallels should really be the base set. It's 71 minutes of hockey goodness! Show Notes, Links and Images: https://puckjunk.com/2023/08/24/podcast-162/…

Sal Barry and Tim Parish talk about the 2021-22 Upper Deck ICE Hockey Card set, which came out after the 2022-23 season, despite being a 2021-22 product - and it even has cards for 2020-21. There is a lot going on with ICE, and the guys critique the base set design, the parallels, and the inserts. Plus, they talk about some upcoming releases. It's …

In this episode of the Puck Junk Podcast, Sal Barry and Tim Parish talk about the 2022-23 Upper Deck Extended Series, including the crop of Young Guns, the new "Round 1 Draft" short prints, and the myriad of inserts. The guys also discuss why Extended Series - as great as it is - is often overlooked by hockey collectors. It's 59 minutes of hockey g…

Sal Barry, Tim Parish, and Clemente Lisi give their extended recap of the 2023 National Sports Collectors Convention - including what they saw, what they bought, the HEAT, and more. It's 101 minutes of hobby goodness! Show Notes, Links and Images: https://puckjunk.com/2023/08/05/podcast-159/ ‎By Sal Barry

This week, Sal Barry and Tim Parish talk about the 2021-22 SP Authentic Hockey Card Set, including the base card design, the plethora of inserts, and the copious amounts of foil! They also discuss the upcoming National Sports Collectors Convention, the just-announced set of 2021-22 Upper Deck Ovation Hockey Cards, and Fanatics' foray into the sport…

In this episode, Sal Barry and Tim Parish talk about many of the NHL free agency signings for 2023 so far, including goalies who signed mega-deals, and a few stars who changed teams. They also discuss the upcoming 2023 National Sports Collectors Convention and the addicting new game Puckdoku. It's 75 minutes of hockey goodness! Show Notes, Links an…

In this supersized episode of the Puck Junk Podcast, Sal Barry, Tim Parish, and Jim Howard talk about the seven new Hockey Hall of Fame inductees for 2023 - Henrik Lundqvist, Tom Barrasso, Mike Vernon, Pierre Turgeon, Caroline Oulette, Ken Hitchcock, and Pierre Lacroix. The guys also discuss three players who are long overdue for a call from the Ha…

After a bit of a hiatus, the Puck Junk Podcast is back! In this episode, Sal Barry and Tim Parish give their thoughts on the victorious Vegas Golden Knights beating the faltering Florida Panthers to win the 2023 Stanley Cup Championship. Then they take a long look at the 2022-23 Trilogy Hockey card set, including what they like about it and what co…

In the latest episode of the Puck Junk Podcast, Sal Barry and Tim Parish take a long look at the 2022-23 Upper Deck Series 2 Hockey Card set -- including some of the best photos, the new insert sets, and the top Young Guns rookie cards to collect. It's 69 minutes of hockey goodness! Show Notes, Links and Images: https://puckjunk.com/2023/06/06/podc…

In this episode, Sal Barry and Tim Parish talk about where the Coyotes might relocate to if they can't get an arena deal in Arizona. They also discuss the Maple Leafs firing GM Kyle Dubas, Fanatics acquiring PWCC, Leaf Trading Cards new Art of Hockey set, and the return of Fleer Ultra. It's 90 minutes of hockey goodness! Show Notes, Links and Image…

In this episode of the Puck Junk Podcast, Sal Barry and Tim Parish talk about the 2023 NHL Draft Lottery. They also discuss the first round upsets in the 2023 NHL Playoffs, some of the NHL coaches who were fired, and 2021-22 SPx Hockey cards. It’s 86 minutes of hockey goodness. Show Notes, Links, and Images: https://puckjunk.com/2023/05/12/podcast-…

In the latest Puck Junk Podcast, Sal Barry and Tim Parish talk all about the SP Signature Edition Legends Hockey Card set — including some of the insane prices that the Future Watch Autographs are currently selling for. They also discuss the new line of Upper Deck Evolution “Authentic Digital Collectibles,” and Jonathan Toews’ last game with the Bl…

Sal Barry, Tim Parish, and Jim Howard talk about the new 2021-22 Allure Hockey card set, including their thoughts on the design, the various inserts like 16-Bit, and the various parallels. They also discuss the Chicago Wolves AHL team going without a parent NHL club for next season, the Boston Bruins making NHL history, EBUG Jett Alexander getting …

Sal Barry and Tim Parish are joined by Paul Zickler, the Senior Sports Brand Manager at Upper Deck. Paul talks about the big changes coming to Upper Deck hockey cards starting with 2023-24 Upper Deck Series One. Paul also talks about some of the other new and upcoming hockey card sets. It's 48 minutes of hockey goodness! Show Notes, Links and Image…

This week, Sal Barry and Tim Parish talk all about the new 2022-23 O-Pee-Chee Hockey card set, including what they love about it and what could be better. They also have a long discussion about Upper Deck's planned changes to its flagship set (Series One, Series Two, and Extended Series) for 2023-24, and how this will impact the hobby. Plus, a look…

In the new Puck Junk Podcast, Sal Barry and Tim Parish have a long talk about the new 2022-23 Artifacts Hockey card set. They also discuss Jordan Binnington going off the rails (again), James Reimer refusing to participate in warmups during Sharks' Pride Night, Tik Tok's ban on card breaking, and more. It's 101 minutes of hockey goodness! Show Note…

In this episode of the Puck Junk Podcast, Sal Barry and Tim Parish talk about Patrick Kane being traded to the New York Rangers, how it improves the Rangers' chances of winning the Stanley Cup this year, and how it may affect the collectability of Kane's hockey cards. The guys also discuss some of the other notable NHL trades made near the deadline…

In this episode of the Puck Junk Podcast, Sal Barry and Tim Parish take a long look at the new 2022-23 Topps Hockey Sticker Album set. Tim also gives his thoughts on the recently-released 2020-21 The Cup set, as well as the upcoming 2020-21 SP Signature Legends set. Plus, Linus Ullmark's "Goalie Goal," Sal's recent trip to see two Hurricanes games,…

This week, Sal Barry and Tim Parish talk about Ryan O’Reilly’s trade to the Maple Leafs, and how it’s a good move for both Toronto and St. Louis. They also discuss the recent Stadium Series game between the Hurricanes and Capitals, the 25th Anniversary of the U.S. Women’s Olympic Team winning the gold medal in 1998, and the end of “The Mighty Ducks…

Sal Barry and Tim Parish talk about the Vladimir Tarasenko trade, how it vastly improves the Rangers’ lineup, and what this trade could mean for other pending UFAs like Patrick Kane. Plus, a look at some upcoming hockey cards, like the long-awaited 2020-21 The Cup and a rumored set of Tim Horton’s Legends cards. It’s 67 minutes of hockey goodness! …

In this supersized episode of the Puck Junk Podcast, Sal and Tim talk about the career of the late Bobby Hull, including his numerous awards and accomplishments, plus some of his best hockey cards. The guys also discuss the 2023 NHL All-Star Game and Skills Competition. It's 100 minutes of hockey goodness! Show Notes, Links and Images: https://puck…

In this episode of the Puck Junk Podcast, Sal Barry and Tim Parish give their thorough review of the 2021-22 Skybox Metal Universe Hockey Card Set -- including the good, the bad, and the shiny...oh, so shiny! They also discuss the Vancouver Canucks disastrous firing of head coach Bruce Boudreau, the 2023 NHL All-Star Reverse Retro jerseys, and the …

This week, Sal Barry and Tim Parish talk about if and how changing teams affects a players collectability. Do hockey card collectors still chase after cards of a player they like after he has been traded or leaves as a free agent -- or do they dump his cards first chance they get? Plus, a look at some upcoming hockey card sets, including the 2023 U…

Sal Barry and Tim Parish look ahead to the upcoming 2023 NHL All-Star Game in Florida, including some of the players who were named to the teams -- and players that should get voted in. They also look back at the Winter Classic and the World Junior Championships. Plus, the guys talk about 2021-22 Skybox Metal Universe hockey cards. It's 70 minutes …

In the first Puck Junk Podcast of 2023, Sal Barry and Tim Parish talk all about Alex Ovechkin moving to second all-time in goals, and when he might pass Wayne Gretzky to become the NHL's all-time leading goal scorer. Then, they discuss Ovechkin's rookie cards, from the surprisingly affordable to the ridiculously expensive. It's 96 minutes of hockey…

Sal Barry, Tim Parish, and Jim "Not the Goalie" Howard share stories -- their own as well as those from show listeners -- about giving and receiving hockey-themed gifts for the holidays. Jim also has a roundup of some of the most-unusual hockey gift ideas on the interwebz. It's 70 minutes of holiday-themed hockey goodness. Show Notes, Links & Image…

This week, Sal Barry and Tim Parish talk about Connor McDavid and Upper Deck renewing their exclusive deal, the PSA and Whatnot partnership, and the top ten most-graded hockey cards. Then they discuss the 2022-23 Upper Deck Series One Hockey Set, including the myriad of inserts, the base card design, and of course the new crop of Young Guns to coll…

In this episode of the Puck Junk Podcast, Sal Barry talks about going to the Fall 2022 Sport Card Expo in Toronto, including the cool hockey cards that he bought, the autographs he got, the interesting panel discussions he saw, and trade night. Meanwhile, Tim shares his experience of watching the Expo from afar via the Sport Card Expo mobile app. I…

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