With four Canadian teams advancing in the NHL playoffs, fans eager to catch the action live are facing skyrocketing ticket prices. According to Ticketmaster, the most expensive tickets are for the Toronto Maple Leafs game, with a single seat in section 107, row 1 (near the glass) priced at $1,802.25. For a pair of two tickets in the same area, the price jumps to a whopping $2,289.50 per ticket.
Vancouver Canucks tickets are also pricey, with the most expensive single ticket listed for $1,228.77 in section 107, row 1 (on the glass). Two tickets purchased together in the same area would set you back $1,357.92 each.
Edmonton Oilers tickets are slightly more affordable, with the most expensive single ticket listed for $755 in the 100-level. The most expensive pair of tickets is listed for section 102, row 12 at $1,457.90 each.
Winnipeg Jets tickets are the most affordable among the four Canadian teams, but prices are still high. The most expensive single ticket is listed for $946 in section 213, row 6, while the most expensive pair is for section 104, row 1 at $620.81 each.
Economists attribute the high prices to the limited supply of seats and the surge in demand from enthusiastic fans. Additionally, the younger generation’s preference for experiences over physical goods, as well as the desire to be seen on social media, may be contributing to the demand for tickets.
Despite the high prices, experts believe they are warranted given the intense demand. They also note that corporations have bought up a number of tickets, but these are ultimately dispensed to individuals.
As the playoffs progress, ticket prices are expected to climb even higher, especially if the Canadian teams continue to advance. Fans looking to attend a game live should prepare to pay a hefty sum, but for many, the experience is worth it.
