2020-21 Parkhurst Hockey

2020-21 Parkhurst arrived during a weird year for hockey cards, dropping when the NHL was still figuring out its schedule. It's a straightforward, affordable base set focused on veterans and the year's best young talent. Connor McDavid, Auston Matthews, and Nathan MacKinnon anchor the set, but the real appeal is that Parkhurst keeps it simple. You get clean card design, solid photography, and a product that doesn't try to be something it's not. It's the kind of set that feels like classic hockey cards, which is exactly what made it work. The parallels are where Parkhurst flexes. You're chasing colored versions of the base set, including rare short prints that can get pricey. Look for the emerald parallels and other harder-to-find tiers if you want upside. The product also includes rookie cards scattered throughout, so new names have a home here alongside established stars. Retail boxes and hobby packs both exist, but hobby gives you better odds at the tougher parallels. It's not loaded with autographs or game-worn content like some competitors, so your hunt is really about completing parallel sets and finding those short-printed variations that make singles pop in value. This one appeals to collectors who like building sets without dropping hundreds on premium products. It's a decent buy if you want base cards and low-end parallels for your PC. For chase cards and short prints, singles are smarter than ripping, especially at current prices. Compare it to other mid-tier hockey releases and you'll find Parkhurst offers solid card stock and design at a fair price point. Solid product, not spectacular, but reliable for what it is.