Set release tracker

Find release dates, checklists, and drop-time clues from original sources.

Use this page to jump into official product pages, checklists, and fresh source-focused searches before a new set drops.

Release board

Track the next set from source to checklist

This board keeps the release workflow organized while Card Signal builds toward automated source monitoring.

Open checklist
Step 1 Search official sources

Use the source search above to check manufacturer pages, product announcements, and official checklists.

Step 2 Verify product format

Separate hobby, jumbo, retail, blaster, mega, online exclusive, and first-off-the-line formats.

Step 3 Watch the first comps

After release, use Card Signal search to compare early eBay listings, ending auctions, and sold comps.

Checklist

Before chasing a new set

Use this checklist before release day so you know what is confirmed, what is rumor, and what still needs a direct source.

1. Confirm the source

Look for manufacturer pages, official checklists, official shop pages, or direct retailer announcements.

2. Record date and time zone

Drop times may be shown in local time, Eastern time, Pacific time, or UTC. Convert before setting reminders.

3. Check format

Separate hobby, jumbo, retail, blaster, mega, online exclusive, sapphire, and first-off-the-line formats.

4. Read the checklist

Review base set size, rookies, inserts, parallels, autos, relics, and known chase cards.

5. Compare preorder prices

Compare official retail price, distributor/retailer pricing, eBay presales, and likely fees.

6. Decide your plan

Choose whether you are buying sealed, singles, breaks, or waiting for the first wave of sold comps.

Release dates, checklists, and drop times can change. Confirm the details on the official manufacturer or retailer page before making plans.