Stars Anthemist Celena Rae Sings and Signs in Musical, Must-See Panini America Video

How important is native Texan and former "American Idol" contestant Celena Rae to the Dallas Stars? Well, consider this: No home game starts without her. Ever. Indeed, for the last 10 years, Rae has delivered her powerfully poignant rendition of the National Anthem as only she can; a booming, breathtaking blockbuster that would certainly bring every fan inside the American…

A Cut Above: Die-Cut Mem Cards Add Pop to 2013-14 Crown Royale Hockey (Gallery)

When Panini America's 2013-14 Crown Royale Hockey releases to anxious hockey collectors across North America on Wednesday, the product's sickest Silhouettes, its scarcest autographs and a celebrity-laden list of signers are likely to steal most of the new-release buzz. But there's another aspect of Crown Royale's kingly inclusions sure to generate its own share of headlines: The return of the…

The Panini America Quality Control Gallery: 2013-14 Crown Royale Hockey (63 Images)

Panini America Hockey Brand Manager Chris Barr was at it again last week, dispensing drool and generating hype during another riveting Twitter takeover of the Panini America account, this time during packout 2013-14 Crown Royale Hockey. Although the product doesn't release until next Wednesday, Barr provided enough live-from-the-production-line sneak peeks to keep the hockey Twitterverse buzzing at least until then.…

Panini Peek: 2013-14 Crown Royale Hockey

A few aspects of the 2013-14 Crown Royale Hockey sales solicitation that just crossed my email inbox really struck me, so I figured I'd begin this Panini Peek preview with these thoughts: Crown Royale's trademark Silhouettes remain some of the coolest cards you'll ever see, no matter how many times in how many different sports you see them -- and you'll…