On this episode of the Hockey Cards Gongshow podcast we start by honoring the NHL's (almost) greatest player to wear the number 2 for episode 202 (13:34). Next, we take a look at the Top 25 hockey players with the most cards sold in June 2024 (28:39). In hobby news, we update The Road To Infinity, Macklin Celebrini signs his entry-level contract with the Sharks, and we review the GemRate mid-year grading report (48:41). Inspired by a mailbag question, we discuss why new cards still come out of packs with so many condition issues and if the fact that they do helps drive scarcity in the hobby...or do the manufacturers just need to do better (1:03:52). We find out what puts poo on Phil's shoe (1:23:12). We answer your mailbag questions (1:48:06), then end the show with personal pickups (2:29:30).

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It's 2024...Why Do New Cards Have So Many Condition Issues? Top 25 Hobby Chases In June, Celebrini Signs w/ The Sharks, Mid-Year Grading Report, What Puts The Poo On Phil's Shoe? Mailbag & Personal Pickups