Top 2021-22 NHL Rookie Cards Guide and Hockey Rookie Card Hot List
The top 2021-22 NHL rookie cards came out slowly at the onset, but collectors got their fill in the long run. Key names include Cole Caufield, Trevor Zegras and Moritz Seider, the Calder Memorial Trophy Calder Trophy winner.
Upper Deck was particularly impacted by the supply chain and printing backlog issues due to the pandemic, pushing back release dates well past the normal timeframe.
Where to Find 2021-22 Hockey Rookie Cards
In general, the official hockey rookie cards arrive after a player's NHL debut. This can sometimes take place multiple years after they are drafted. As a result, some names eligible for the Calder Trophy in '21-22 actually have their rookie cards in previous years, including Michael Bunting. To be clear, this guide highlights players with 2021-22 NHL rookie cards.
If you want NHL-licensed cards, the only option is Upper Deck, which holds the exclusive. In addition, Topps produces licensed stickers.
View the 2021-22 hockey cards guide to see all sets that have been formally announced.
Best 2021-22 Hockey Rookie Cards Sets to Collect
Like most years, the most popular rookie cards arrive in the flagship NHL line. This includes 2021-22 Upper Deck Series 1, Series 2 and Extended Series NHL, each home to the Young Guns rookie card line.
Other favorites include 2021-22 Upper Deck Artifacts Hockey, 2021-22 SP Authentic Hockey and 2021-22 Upper Deck The Cup Hockey.
Be sure to visit our New Release Calendar to track all the NHL releases from the 2021-22 season.
Top Players
Top 2021-22 NHL Rookie Cards to Collect
Featuring some of the top names available, the players are listed in order by draft year and selection, starting with the most recent.
Of course, it might take some time for the true standouts to emerge.
Mason McTavish - Anaheim Ducks
2021 NHL Draft: 3rd overall
Quinton Byfield - Los Angeles Kings
2020 NHL Draft: 2nd overall
Tim Stützle - Ottawa Senators
2020 NHL Draft: 3rd overall
Lucas Raymond - Detroit Red Wings
2020 NHL Draft: 4th overall
Anton Lundell - Florida Panthers
2020 NHL Draft: 12th overall
Moritz Seider - Detroit Red Wings
2019 NHL Draft: 6th overall
Trevor Zegras - Anaheim Ducks
2019 NHL Draft: 9th overall
Spencer Knight - Florida Panthers
2019 NHL Draft: 12th overall
Cole Caufield - Montreal Canadiens
2019 NHL Draft: 15th overall
RC Hot List
Most-Watched 2021-22 Hockey Rookie Cards Hot List
For a snapshot of the hottest 2021-22 hockey rookie cards, view our real-time guide to the most-watched NHL rookie card auctions on eBay.
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