Decoys are cards, too

Though I can't ever imagine acquiring 250 of the 2006-07 In The Game Heroes And Prospects decoy cards just to earn a special memorabilia card, it doesn't mean I'll throw the thick slabs of cardboard away.

Instead, I find them quite handy for getting autographs, especially from AHL players called up to their NHL teams. I've even had some NHL veterans signed cards showing junior league teams.

This year's set includes Lowell Devils and Worcester Sharks cards.