Puck Junk Hockey Podcast

Puck Junk Hockey Podcast

Hosted by Sal Barry, Tim Parish, and Clemente Lisi, the Puck Junk Hockey Podcast focuses on hockey cards, collectibles and culture.

Episodes

May 30, 2025 37 mins

Sal Barry talks with Paul Zickler, the Director of Sports Brands at Upper Deck, about Upper Deck's new Rookie Patch Auto Authentication. The feature will deter the practice of "patch swapping" on high-end rookie cards starting with the 2023-24 The Cup. Zickler also talks about the success of PWHL trading cards and plans for the next release, future Four Nations Face-Off cards, Alex Ovechkin autographs in 2024-25 Extended S...

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Sal Barry talks with former NHL goaltender Stephane Fiset, who played 390 games across 13 seasons. We talked about Fiset breaking into the league with the last-place Quebec Nordiques, to winning the Stanley Cup with the Colorado Avalanche in 1996, what it's like to play with Guy Lafleur, and even some of his favorite wrestlers. It's 11 minutes of hockey goodness.   

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https://puckjunk.com/2025/05/23/po...

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In this episode, the guys have a long talk about the 2024-25 Upper Deck Series Two Hockey card set, including the top rookies and some of the best - and worst - insert sets. Other topics include Alex Ovechkin collectibles that have come out since he became the all-time leading goal scorer, as well as the autographed Ovie Young Guns that will be in extended series. It's 79 minutes of hockey goodness - now with chapters so y...

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April 4, 2025 92 mins

In Episode #215 of the Puck Junk Podcast, the guys talk about the new 2024-25 O-Pee-Chee Hockey card set. Plus: National Hockey Card Day 2025, 2024-25 Emanate Under Wraps Hockey, and John Tortorella gets fired again. It's 92 minutes of hockey goodness - now with chapters so you can skip to your favorite parts. 

Show Notes and Links
https://puckjunk.com/2025/04/04/podcast-215/

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How will tariffs in the U.S.-Canada Trade War affect the prices of hockey cards at retail stores or online sales? That's the big topic in this week's episode of the Puck Junk Podcast. Other topics include a Wayne Gretzky game-used stick used to break a record that is up for auction, the PWHL players getting overwhelmed by autograph requests, and the recent Chicago Sports Spectacular. Plus, listeners' comments. It's 90 minu...

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March 8, 2025 90 mins

In this episode, the guys give their review of the 2024-25 Synergy Hockey set - which could be the last-ever Synergy set. Other topics include Sidney Crosby's recent milestones, the passing of longtime Penguins announcer Mike Lange, Seth Jones' trade to Florida, the recent Stadium Series, Shoresy Season 4, and the upcoming Chicago Sports Spectacular. Plus, would a 24-hour long card show be possible? It's 90 minutes of hock...

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February 22, 2025 67 mins

Sal and Clemente give their review of the 2024 PWHL First Edition Hockey Card set - which is arguably the biggest hobby surprise of 2025. They also talk about 4 Nations Face-Off hockey cards, the upcoming Spring Sport Card Expo in Toronto, and Sal keeping his New Year's Resolution. It's 68 minutes of hockey goodness - now with chapters, so you can skip ahead to your favorite parts. 

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Sal, Tim, and Clemente look back at the 1974-75 Topps and O-Pee-Chee Hockey card sets, which turn 50 years old this season. Five decades later, those two sets still stand out as some of the best cards from the 1970s, with their hockey-centric designs and impressive rookie class. The guys also talk about the popularity of PWHL cards, the 4 Nations Face-Off Uniforms, the return of "Goldberg" from The Mighty Ducks movies, and...

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February 1, 2025 88 mins

In this episode of the Puck Junk Podcast, Sal and Tim look at some of the new hockey cards for early 2025, including the PWHL set, 2023-24 Parkhurst, and 2024-25 Topps Hockey Stickers. Plus, the Utah Hockey Club's naming woes continue, the big Colorado-Carolina trade, and more. It's 88 minutes of hockey goodness – now with chapters, so you can skip ahead to your favorite topics.

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January 18, 2025 90 mins

In this episode, the guys talk about the 2024-25 Upper Deck Series 2 Young Guns checklist that was recently leaked on Reddit. What are the best prospects - and the notable omissions - in Series 2? Plus, the delay of EX-2000, the potential for 4 Nations Face-Off cards, the top hockey card of 2024, and more. It's 90 minutes of hockey goodness - now with chapters, so you can skip ahead to your favorite topics.

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January 11, 2025 99 mins

In the first Puck Junk Podcast for 2025, the guys talk about the $1 million dollar bounty that was offered for the Connor Bedard Young Guns Gold Outburst parallel - and then quietly revoked when no one was looking. Plus, the Winter Classic, World Junior Championships, Shoresy Season 4, the upcoming PWHL cards, and more. It's 99 minutes of hockey goodness - now with chapters, too!

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December 20, 2024 99 mins

In the last Puck Junk Podcast of 2024, the guys talk about the 1979-80 O-Pee-Chee Hockey case that was sold - AGAIN! - at Heritage Auctions, and why the case was sold a second time. Plus, the return of Fanatics Fest NYC, new Upper Deck exclusive autograph athletes, and more. It's 99 minutes of hockey goodness.   

Show Notes and Links
https://puckjunk.com/2024/12/20/podcast-207/

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December 7, 2024 108 mins

After a three-week hiatus, the Puck Junk Podcast is back. This week, the guys talk about the 2023-24 Skybox Metal Universe Hockey set. Plus, a recap of the recent Chicago Sports Spectacular, how the Canadian Postal strike will affect buying and trading hockey cards, and more. It's 109 minutes of hockey goodness. 

Show Notes and Links
https://puckjunk.com/2024/12/07/podcast-206/ ‎

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November 15, 2024 105 mins

Sal and Clemente talk about going to last weekend's Fall 2024 Sport Card Expo in Toronto - including what they saw, what they bought, what autographs they got, and how card prices were all over the place. Plus, a look at the upcoming Chicago Sports Spectacular, and Fanatics' venture into the card supplies market. It's 105 minutes of hockey goodness. 

Show Notes and Links
https://puckjunk.com/2024/11/15/podcast-205/

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November 5, 2024 86 mins

Sal, Tim, and Clemente talk about the new 2024-25 Upper Deck Series One Hockey set, which has a lackluster design and way too many inserts, but also has a promising group of Young Guns. They discuss this weekend's Fall Sport Card Expo in Toronto as well as the big announcement about the 2025 National Sports Collectors Convention. It's 86 minutes of hockey goodness.   

Show Notes and Links
https://puckjunk.com/2024/11/05/...

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October 19, 2024 91 mins

n this episode of the Puck Junk Podcast, the guys talk about the 2023-24 O-Pee-Chee Platinum Hockey set. At almost $300 per box, it's a high-risk set - but is it worth the potential reward? Plus, a quick look at the new 2024-25 Upper Deck Series One hockey set, Sal talks about going to the Dallas Card Show Chicago Edition, and more. It's 91 minutes of hockey goodness! 

Show Notes and Links
https://puckjunk.com/2024/10/1...

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October 11, 2024 67 mins

In Episode #202 of the Puck Junk Podcast, Sal and Clemente ask their biggest questions for the 2024-25 NHL Season. Plus, will Jeremy Swayman redefine the goalie market now that he signed a new contract, how will Connor Bedard's deal with Fanatics affect Upper Deck, and more. It's 67 minutes of hockey goodness! 

Show Notes and Links
https://puckjunk.com/2024/10/11/podcast-202

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September 28, 2024 95 mins

Sal, Tim, and Clemente talk about the 2023-24 Credentials Hockey card set, which boasts a 1990s aesthetic and has some great inserts. But will collectors love - or overlook - this late-season release? Plus, the guys talk about their favorite Young Guns rookie cards of all-time, the new Fanatics' NHL jerseys, and more. It's 95 minutes of hockey goodness. 

 
Show Notes and Links
https://puckjunk.com/2024/09/28/podcast-2...

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September 21, 2024 98 mins

In the 200th Episode of the Puck Junk Podcast, the guys talk all about the new 2024-25 MVP hockey card set. Is it a set worth collecting? Plus, a look at the 2022-23 The Cup hockey set, Sidney Crosby re-signing with the Penguins, a potential leak of the Utah Hockey Club's new name, and Sal's latest collecting obsession. It's 99 minutes of hockey goodness. 

Show Notes and Links
https://puckjunk.com/2024/09/20/podcast-200...

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September 14, 2024 65 mins

In this episode, Clemente Lisi talks with Sal Barry about his coverage at the 2024 NHLPA Rookie Showcase, an annual event where Upper Deck photographs the NHL's newest rookies and gets them to sign autographs for upcoming products. The guys also give their take on the new PWHL logos for its "Inaugural Six" teams, an upcoming book by former NHL coach Mike Keenan, and the cancellation of Fanatics Fest Pittsburgh. It's 66 min...

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