Matthew Schaefer

Market outlook

Rising Outlook 7/10

Recent sales escalating from $35 to $147+ in early 2026, high graded prices up to $950 reflect growing prospect demand post-release[1][3][4].

Next months. Continued rise in next 3-6 months with more grading submissions and collector interest.

Long term. Stable to rising over 1-3 years if Schaefer progresses in hockey career.

History

Matthew Schaefer is a hockey prospect featured in the 2025-26 Upper Deck Allure set, recognized for his rookie cards including high-end parallels like Color Flow variants, with significant collector interest alongside prospects like Ivan Demidov[1][2].

First released in the 2025-26 Upper Deck Allure hockey set, with hobby box breaks occurring around late 2025 to early 2026[2][5].

• Part of Upper Deck Allure's Color Flow insert series with extended rookie designation[1][4]
• Appears in premium parallels like Black Rainbow and Golden Treasures[1][2][3]
• Card number CF-MS across Color Flow variants such as Blue-Purple and Red-Orange[1][4]

Rarity and print run

Tier

Rare

Print run

Low

First printed in

2025-26 Upper Deck Allure[1]

Demand

Medium

Supply

Low

• Color Flow Orange-Yellow variant as extended rookie parallel[1]
• Low print run typical for Upper Deck Allure color inserts[1][2]
• Premium grading premiums indicate chase status[1]

Collector notes

Condition. Check for centering issues as noted in sales listings, surface scratches on color flow patterns, edge wear common in parallels, print defects on extended rookie versions[3][4].

Storage. Store in semi-rigid holders or top-loaders with sleeves to protect vibrant Color Flow patterns, maintain in cool, dry environment away from light to prevent fading.

Authenticity. Verify Upper Deck holograms and card stock thickness, match exact color gradients to official images, check eBay Time Warp sold listings for centering and print quality consistency, professional grading recommended for high-value sales[1][3][4].