I am in the Philly area where at one time there were 10+ stores within a 10 mile radius. Since ebay and the internet all the stores I use to frequent have closed. It was a place where you met fellow collectors and talked about cards and sports. I miss those days. My only hockey fix is when I go to the Expo every 6 months. Yes there are closer Card shows but a minimal amount of hockey is available.
Collecting; Flyers-Red Wings-Brodeur-Cujo-Hasek-Shanahan, 04-05 Franchises Memorabilia