NHL Breakaway Rookie Camp

NHL Breakaway

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NHL Breakaway Rookie Camp

Hey rookie! Welcome to NHL Breakaway, where your passion for hockey meets the thrill of collecting incredible moments from the game. Get ready to dive into an electrifying world of NHL digital collectibles and join a community of fans just as obsessed as you are! Register now to create your account, and read below for more information on how to get your collection started!

What are NHL Breakaway Digital Collectibles?

Let’s go over the basics! Digital collectibles are unique digital assets that have certifiable, traceable ownership – which means that your collecting activity can be easily recognized and rewarded!

NHL Breakaway is the only place where you can collect, trade, and sell official licensed highlights from your favorite NHL players – past and present!  From legendary goals to iconic saves, each collectible you own is a piece of NHL history.

Where do I start?

To kick off your journey, create an account on NHL Breakaway. It’s quick and easy, and you’ll get your very first reward!

Once you’ve joined, our Collector Coach can guide you through your first activities on the platform, where you can earn over 15 Sweet Credits to make additional purchases!


What do all the different sets mean?

Great question!  New collectibles are released in groups called Sets, which often share a common theme. For example:

  • Opening Ice sets celebrate players’ first career goals or first career wins
  • Making the Mark sets honor player milestones that few have ever achieved, e.g. 1500th career point or 800th career goal
  • Base sets act as the foundation of each season, capturing signature goals, saves, hits, and defensive plays that would be fitting for any player’s highlight reel.

New sets are released every 1-2 months – giving each collector the opportunity to discover and collect highlights that align with their love of the game!


Are some highlights rarer than others?

Yes! You may notice rarity labels like “Core” and “Epic” as well as numbers like “#/1500” throughout the experience. These numbers represent the maximum edition size of the given highlight, so if a highlight has #/1500, it means that there are up to 1500 unique editions (each numbered #1/1500, #2/1500, #3/1500, etc) that can be owned by collectors.

NHL Breakaway rarity label and edition sizes are as follows:

  • Fandom - #/10,000
  • Core - #/1,500
  • Limited - #/500
  • Rare - #/250
  • Epic - #/100
  • Legendary - #/10
  • Heroic - varies, but is usually between #/10 and #/200

How do I build my collection?

  • Drops: New pack releases occur every few weeks, where you can be one of the first to score the newest pieces of NHL history! These limited-time drops are your chance to grab the latest and greatest – keep an eye on the Drops page for upcoming releases.
  • Marketplace: Buy and sell with other fans! Whether it’s your favorite player, favorite team, or an unbelievable moment that you must have – you’ll be able to pick it up in the Marketplace and watch your collection grow.
  • Trade Lounge: Engage with other collectors and make trades to complete your collection. Review incoming trade offers or create your own! Visit the Trade Lounge to get started.

You mentioned rewards?

Yes! Participate in exciting events and contests to win exclusive prizes and collectibles!

  • Complete Quests: A great first step for new collectors! Take on collection Quests to earn exclusive reward packs where you have the opportunity to score Rare, Epic, and even Legendary highlights! Simply collect the specified number of eligible highlights for a given quest.
  • Complete Sets: Collect one of each unique highlight within a set and earn even more exclusive highlights! Examples include Auston Matthews 4-goal debut, Henrik Lundqvist’s penalty shot save in the Inaugural Winter Classic, and Sidney Crosby’s 1500th point. All of which were only awarded to collectors who completed sets!
  • Discord Giveaways: Join our Discord and participate in frequent pick’ems during the regular season – where you can test your knowledge of what’s happening on ice! We’ll also do a few surprise pack giveaways throughout the season as well!
  • Sweepstakes: In the past, we’ve awarded trips to the NHL All-Star Game and Stanley Cup Playoffs! Keep an eye on the NHL Breakaway blog for the latest announcements.

Stay tuned! Even more types of rewards are coming in Series 2, which starts in October 2024!

Pro Tips for New Collectors

If we had to boil it down to a few tidbits of advice, we’d recommend:

  • Start Small: Ease into collecting by starting with a few items – find those highlights that speak to you!
  • Stay Informed: Check out our Blog for updates, tips, and news about upcoming drops and events.
  • Join the Community: The more you connect with other fans, the more fun you’ll have! Jump into our forums to discuss strategies, share your collection, and connect with other hockey fans.

Need Help?

Have questions?  Visit our Help Center or find out more in our FAQ.

Get ready to elevate your fan experience and let’s make some unforgettable memories together! Happy collecting!

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