Steven Stamkos
Center (Note: This is an Ice Hockey player, not a Football player) · Nashville Predators (formerly Tampa Bay Lightning)
Upper Deck Series 1 — Goal Oriented Insert #GO-18
Year & Era
2024-25 — Modern Chrome Era
Card Type
Insert Card
Grade
7-8 (Near Mint) estimated
Rarity
Uncommon insert; standard pull rate in retail and hobby configurations.
Overall Assessment
A nice modern insert for a future Hall of Famer (NHL); however, this is a hockey card, not a football card, which is a critical distinction for this evaluation.
Condition Grade
7-8 (Near Mint) estimated
Centering Assessment
Front: Appears slightly heavy toward the bottom edge; difficult to precisely measure due to image blur.
Surface Condition
Near Mint; shows standard gloss with no visible major scratches, though the image is out of focus.
Corner Condition
Lower left corner appears slightly soft; others seem relatively sharp for a modern paper/foil stock.
Edge Condition
Appears standard for modern Upper Deck production; no significant chipping visible.
Print Quality
High-quality foil finish with vibrant red and blue graphics; standard Upper Deck production value.
Estimated Value
$2.00 - $5.00 USD
Comparison to Known Examples
Standard copy of a common insert; centering is within the acceptable range for this specific set.
Authentication Tips
Look for the Upper Deck holographic logo on the bottom right; verify card stock thickness and foil reflectivity.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading; the cost of grading exceeds the market value of the card.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; appears to be a genuine modern Upper Deck insert.
Provenance Notes
Likely pulled from a 2024-25 Upper Deck Series 1 pack or retail blister.
Historical Context
Features Steven Stamkos in his new Nashville Predators uniform after a legendary career with the Tampa Bay Lightning.
Market Trends
Stable; low-end inserts for veteran players generally maintain a nominal value for player collectors.
Investment Potential
Low; this is a common insert intended for set builders and player fans rather than long-term investors.
Similar Cards
Connor McDavid Goal Oriented, Auston Matthews Goal Oriented, Sidney Crosby Goal Oriented.
Display & Preservation
Store in a penny sleeve and top loader to prevent surface scratches on the foil finish.
Interesting Facts
This card is part of the first set to feature Stamkos in Predators gear after 16 seasons in Tampa Bay.