The latest edition of the Call of Duty League trading cards for the 2022-23 season has officially hit the shelves and is now available for fans on Upper Deck’s website. Although the checklist is still in the works, fans can anticipate seeing their favorite players and memorable highlights from both Call of Duty: Vanguard and Modern Warfare 2, echoing the format of the previous season’s release.
A standout feature of this year’s trading cards is the introduction of the Boston Breach, who made their debut during the Vanguard season, along with OpTic Texas, a team formed from the merger of Dallas Empire and OpTic Gaming. Enthusiasts are eagerly awaiting rookie cards for emerging talents like Scrap and the possibility of seeing his teammate Ghosty making an appearance, pending the finalization of the checklist.
The history of competitive Call of Duty stretches back to the franchise’s inception in 2003. While the Call of Duty League officially came into existence in 2019 with the launch of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare, the scene has evolved significantly over the years. The CDL has played a pivotal role in ushering city-based teams and structured competition to the forefront of the esports industry.
In 2022, Upper Deck teamed up with CDL to produce a trading card set showcasing players from the Modern Warfare (2019) and Cold War seasons. Prior to this collaboration, Call of Duty had partnered with Mountain Dew Game Fuel in 2021 to release a special edition of trading cards, featuring star players such as Seth “Scump” Abner and Thomas “ZooMaa” Paparatto.
Being a prominent player in the esports collectibles market, Upper Deck holds licenses for both the Call of Duty League and the Overwatch League. Over the years, the company has issued numerous trading card sets, including unique collections like the 2022 Upper Deck Call of Duty Game Dated Moments series. This print-on-demand set highlighted significant moments and rookies, such as Amer “Pred” Zulbeari, a crucial figure in OpTic Texas’s World Championship victory.
The release of the 2022-23 trading cards aligns with the sixth season of the Call of Duty League, as it continues to evolve from its predecessor, the Call of Duty World League. Before the CDL’s city-based format, esports teams participated with various rosters in open tournaments, resulting in a more unpredictable and diverse competitive landscape.
The current availability of the latest trading cards has sparked excitement among fans and players within the Call of Duty community. Some professional players have openly expressed their enthusiasm for collecting these cards, contributing to the dynamic and engaging atmosphere within the CDL universe.
For fans of the game and passionate collectors, this season’s set provides an opportunity to own a piece of Call of Duty League history. Head over to Upper Deck’s website to discover the collection and secure your favorite cards from the thrilling 2022-23 season of Call of Duty League action.
