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Hockey Card Haven
Hockey Card Haven
Author: Michael Distefano
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This weekly podcast dives deep into the world of hockey card collecting flipping and investing. Hosts, Mike DiStefano and Anthony Santini, dig into the latest breaking news in the hobby and give quality analysis of the card market and new product releases.
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Every Wednesday, Mike Distefano and Anthony Santini discuss the latest and hottest hobby news in the hockey card collecting community. On this week's show, they discuss the following:- USA's Gold Medal-winning performance over Canada- Jack Hughes' market explodes after golden goal- What will happen with Celebrini's market after settling for Silver- Top players to watch ahead of NHL Trade deadline- Top 5 Young Guns to chase in Upper Deck Series 2 Flagship + Price predictions. Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5bMxDVBWfyZ6CVDERisDI5?si=oRHfwEcPS0uNvJSFCrol3g Listen on Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/hockey-card-haven/id1757005205 Use our WhatNot Promo Code to get a free $15 credit: https://whatnot.com/invite/abcardz_ *This is not financial investment advice.
Every Wednesday, Mike Distefano and Anthony Santini discuss the latest and hottest hobby news in the hockey card collecting community. On this week's show, they discuss the following:- Olympic hockey rules. The Boys shoot the breeze on the QF round - Has Celebrini's market benefited most of any Olympian?- What's Celebrini's hobby ceiling?- Recapping the Collectors Super Show -- a.k.a. Mini-Expo- Five Scummy things Dealers do to watch out forListen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5bMxDVBWfyZ6CVDERisDI5?si=oRHfwEcPS0uNvJSFCrol3g Listen on Apple PodcastsUse our WhatNot Promo Code to get a free $15 credit: https://whatnot.com/invite/abcardz_ *This is not financial investment advice.
Every Wednesday, Mike Distefano and Anthony Santini discuss the latest and hottest hobby news in the hockey card collecting community. On this week's show, they discuss the following:- Mike Updates on his collection buy and announces his alliance with the top loader binder gang- Debating the current + future value of Young Guns Teammates cards- Card Courthouse: Was the seller or buying in the wrong on a 1/1 McDavid- Players to add and strategizing Olympic flips. Use our WhatNot Promo Code to get a free $15 credit: https://whatnot.com/invite/abcardz_ *This is not financial investment advice.
Every Wednesday, Mike Distefano and Anthony Santini discuss the latest and hottest hobby news in the hockey card collecting community. On this week's show, they discuss the following:- Mike bought out a table at a local card show. - Matthew Scheafer headlines top Allure sales from opening week- Hockey Card Stock Exchange-- Stock Up, Stock Down. - Buy, Sell, Hold: Auston Matthews edition. - Who won the trade: Michkov Red Outburst vs. GOAT lot. - PSA president speaks on future of the companyUse our WhatNot Promo Code to get a free $15 credit: https://whatnot.com/invite/abcardz_ *This is not financial investment advice.
Every Wednesday, Mike Distefano and Anthony Santini discuss the latest and hottest hobby news in the hockey card collecting community. On this week's show, they discuss the following:- Macklin Celebrini market surges... is he still a buy?- Who's Hot/Cold on the ice- Series 2 Young Guns checklist leaked!!- Thoughts on the Upper Deck Debut Game Jersey Program- New pickups / Upcoming Shows Use our WhatNot Promo Code to get a free $15 credit: https://whatnot.com/invite/abcardz_ *This is not financial investment advice.
Every Wednesday, Mike Distefano and Anthony Santini discuss the latest and hottest hobby news in the hockey card collecting community. On this week's show, they discuss the following:- Oilers/Pens swap goalies... is Jarry more investable after the trade?- Quinn Hughes trade impact on the hobby- Team Canada to announce roster on NYE, who to buy?- PSA parent company 'Collector' purchases Beckett Grading Services. - Engrained Icons releaseUse our WhatNot Promo Code to get a free $15 credit: https://whatnot.com/invite/abcardz_ *This is not financial investment advice.
Every Wednesday, Mike Distefano and Anthony Santini discuss the latest and hottest hobby news in the hockey card collecting community. On this week's show, they discuss the following:- Is the PSA controversy all a misunderstanding?- Will AI Grading be the future?- Massive Celebrini Cup sales- New record high McDavid sale- Top Christmas gifts for collectors- Mid-Season Expo coming in FebruaryUse our WhatNot Promo Code to get a free $15 credit: https://whatnot.com/invite/abcardz_ *This is not financial investment advice.
Every Wednesday, Mike Distefano and Anthony Santini discuss the latest and hottest hobby news in the hockey card collecting community. On this week's show, they discuss the following:- Jesper Wallstedt market heating up- Big Sales from the month of December- Bedard's market continues to grow- The Cup Release w Gretzky controversy- Interview w. Josh Johnson ( @cardboardchronicles1052 ) Co-Founder of @CardLadder - Personal pickups + GTA Card Shows this weekend. Use our WhatNot Promo Code to get a free $15 credit: https://whatnot.com/invite/abcardz_ *This is not financial investment advice.
Every Wednesday, Mike Distefano and Anthony Santini discuss the latest and hottest hobby news in the hockey card collecting community. On this week's show, they discuss the following:- Which hobby breakouts are "Frauds" or "F'real"- Is Celebrini's market getting out of hand?- Snypes shill bidding scandal- Mike's new PC https://whatnot.com/invite/abcardz_*This is not financial investment advice.
Every Wednesday, Mike Distefano and Anthony Santini discuss the latest and hottest hobby news in the hockey card collecting community. On this week's show, they discuss the following:- Overall thoughts on the Expo.- Youth movement is here with Celebrini, Bedard, and Leo Carlsson. - 5 things we learned about the hobby.- Is the low-end market dying?*This is not financial investment advice.
Every Wednesday, Mike Distefano and Anthony Santini discuss the latest and hottest hobby news in the hockey card collecting community. On this week's show, they discuss the following:- Expo Giveaway details- 5 Tips and Tricks for 1st-time Expo goers- Who will define this year's Fall Expo?- Expo Bold Predictions- Ivan Demidov Grading plays- Upper Deck President speaks out on state of hobby*This is not financial investment advice.
Every Wednesday, Mike Distefano and Anthony Santini discuss the latest and hottest hobby news in the hockey card collecting community. On this week's show, they discuss the following:- Expo preparation process as a dealer- Massive Expo signing guests- Upper Deck Series 1 Young Guns market update- Could the "Bootleg" insert be NHL's "Kaboom" or "Downtown"?- Is LEAF an underrated product? Should licensing matter?Get $15 off our WHATNOT stream by using the link referral below (Next Stream: Thursday, OCT 23rd @ 9pm)https://whatnot.com/invite/abcardz_*This is not financial investment advice.
Every Wednesday, Mike Distefano and Anthony Santini discuss the latest and hottest hobby news in the hockey card collecting community. On this week's show, they discuss the following:- Top 5 Young Guns in 25-26. - What will Ivan Demidov's YG price settle at?- Series 1 Box Break. - Hockey Card Stock Exchange- Thoughts on Upper Deck's new e-Pack venture: "New Arrivals" - Are there too many card shows?Check out our WHATNOT streams: @ABCARDZ_Use your free $15 credit on your first purchase with the link below.https://whatnot.com/invite/abcardz_*This is not financial investment advice.
Every Wednesday, Mike Distefano and Anthony Santini discuss the latest and hottest hobby news in the hockey card collecting community. On this week's show, they discuss the following:- McDavid signs new deal, safest investment in Hobby?- McKenna signs auto deal with Topps- Ultimate release causes frenzy- $1,000 Haven Lineup Challenge- NHL Hobby Predictions*This is not financial investment advice.
Every Wednesday, Mike Distefano and Anthony Santini discuss the latest and hottest hobby news in the hockey card collecting community. On this week's show, they discuss the following:- 2025-26 Series 1 Young Guns revealed + reviewed- Mike's trip to the VanCity Card show - Kaprizov signs record-setting contract. Will his hobby value rise?- PSA comes to Canada- Shipping alternatives with the Canada Post strike.*This is not financial investment advice.
Every Wednesday, Mike Distefano and Anthony Santini discuss the latest and hottest hobby news in the hockey card collecting community. On this week's show, they discuss the following:- Anthony & Mike's Best summer investment- Is this season make-or-break for Connor Bedard's hobby market?- Is this year's stature the greatest set release of all time?- Card Courthouse: Is it okay to trade/sell at card shows?*This is not financial investment advice.
Every Wednesday, Mike Distefano and Anthony Santini discuss the latest and hottest hobby news in the hockey card collecting community. On this week's show, they discuss the following:- Big money has entered the hobby- Boom or bubble?- What is investable in 2025: Know what to buy- Tarrifs impacting Canadian sellers- Personal Pickups.*This is not financial investment advice.
Every Wednesday, Mike Distefano and Anthony Santini discuss the latest and hottest hobby news in the hockey card collecting community. On this week's show, they discuss the following:- Anthony's 'National' recap- Biggest differences between The National and Toronto Sport Card Expo- Was there enough hockey?- SP Authentic release day- Top 5 Rookie chases- Guess the price: Lane Hutson FWA*This is not financial investment advice.
Every Wednesday, Mike Distefano and Anthony Santini discuss the latest and hottest hobby news in the hockey card collecting community. On this week's show, they discuss the following:- Anthony's heading to the National- Tips & Tricks to succeeding at the Big Shows. - Is PSA buying back graded cards?- New pickups*This is not financial investment advice.








