Tickets Thread

[jglicksm]

Approximately how many STHs do you think there currently are?

 

(the lowest crowds at the Rogers Centre this season have been 29K for 5 games)

 

And how many STHs would you estimate are brokers?

 

I've heard that somewhere between 14,000-16,000 seats belong to season ticket holders. Not sure how many actual holders there are.

[jglicksm]

It is mostly brokers though because if you go on the other marketplaces not as big as stubhub there are still 4K tickets available so its about 65% of the tickets on stubhub. The big reason for the ticket jump is because when a team makes the playoffs a lot of people will buy season tickets next year to get the playoff tickets.

 

Teams are already getting smarter about cutting out the middleman and charging market rates for tickets.

 

I want to clarify your assertion-- are you suggesting that there being a lot of tickets on multiple sites suggests that it is brokers? The assumption there being that whoever listed them listed the same tickets on multiple sites (presumably with software that automatically manages the tickets)? That's an interesting and pretty smart way to look at it. I tried doing it on a smaller level just now. I pulled up Stubhub and TickPick for the next home game against Oakland for my section (524B). There is less overlap than I'd expect based on your hypothesis of 65% brokers when you look at the smaller listings.

 

What I did notice, though is that there are some major listings of 8-10 tickets in what I think are really undesirable seats (8 together available in rows 12, 16, 18 and 19; 10 together in row 12 and 16-- these in 12 or 16 are probably the same listing of 10 tickets that appear on the 8 and 10 tickets wanted filter). Sure enough if you then look at the next game, these listings still exist. Then a game later and 2 games later all but a few of them are listed.

 

Here is the kicker, though... when you look at cross-listing in these rows between the two sites they appear on both tickpick and stubhub. Hard to imagine these aren't broker seats-- who would want 8-10 high row 500-level tickets if they weren't looking to flip them all (under the expectation they'd actually be worth something).

 

I looked at some other sections. Similar situation in 524B (row 19, 10 tickets) and 525 (4, 6 and 17 all have 8-10 available)... then I stopped because you are clearly right. In jus those 3 sections there are 80 DEFINITE tickets held by scalpers big enough to have automated software. On top of that there were several other dozen 8-10 ticket listings not cross listed between these two sites, that could be cross-listed with other sites.

 

Good call, Burlingtonbandit!

[burlingtonbandit]

I want to clarify your assertion-- are you suggesting that there being a lot of tickets on multiple sites suggests that it is brokers? The assumption there being that whoever listed them listed the same tickets on multiple sites (presumably with software that automatically manages the tickets)? That's an interesting and pretty smart way to look at it. I tried doing it on a smaller level just now. I pulled up Stubhub and TickPick for the next home game against Oakland for my section (524B). There is less overlap than I'd expect based on your hypothesis of 65% brokers when you look at the smaller listings.

 

What I did notice, though is that there are some major listings of 8-10 tickets in what I think are really undesirable seats (8 together available in rows 12, 16, 18 and 19; 10 together in row 12 and 16-- these in 12 or 16 are probably the same listing of 10 tickets that appear on the 8 and 10 tickets wanted filter). Sure enough if you then look at the next game, these listings still exist. Then a game later and 2 games later all but a few of them are listed.

 

Here is the kicker, though... when you look at cross-listing in these rows between the two sites they appear on both tickpick and stubhub. Hard to imagine these aren't broker seats-- who would want 8-10 high row 500-level tickets if they weren't looking to flip them all (under the expectation they'd actually be worth something).

 

I looked at some other sections. Similar situation in 524B (row 19, 10 tickets) and 525 (4, 6 and 17 all have 8-10 available)... then I stopped because you are clearly right. In jus those 3 sections there are 80 DEFINITE tickets held by scalpers big enough to have automated software. On top of that there were several other dozen 8-10 ticket listings not cross listed between these two sites, that could be cross-listed with other sites.

 

Good call, Burlingtonbandit!

 

Yeah I know a guy who is one so that's how I know. Basically he said Stubhub, Vivid Seats and a couple other sites are all the same tickets. When someone buys the tickets then they get removed off the other sites.

[jglicksm]

Yeah I know a guy who is one so that's how I know. Basically he said Stubhub, Vivid Seats and a couple other sites are all the same tickets. When someone buys the tickets then they get removed off the other sites.

 

How is your scalper friend doing this year? I can't imagine it's working out well with the prices so low. Does he give you the impression that a lot of his colleagues will be getting out of Jays tickets or reducing their stake significantly? In reference to the post above about the survey that went out, I doubt the brokers participated!

[Spanky99]

How is your scalper friend doing this year? I can't imagine it's working out well with the prices so low. Does he give you the impression that a lot of his colleagues will be getting out of Jays tickets or reducing their stake significantly? In reference to the post above about the survey that went out, I doubt the brokers participated!

 

You just asked him, lol. I kidd... I kidd......

[burlingtonbandit]

How is your scalper friend doing this year? I can't imagine it's working out well with the prices so low. Does he give you the impression that a lot of his colleagues will be getting out of Jays tickets or reducing their stake significantly? In reference to the post above about the survey that went out, I doubt the brokers participated!

 

For his Blue Jays tickets he said it isn't great compared to the last 2 years but not nearly as bad as you would think. A lot of his sales are to lawyers, doctors, bankers so he's getting way more than what they're going on Stubhub and the likes. But he said a lot of the brokers are from the States and those are the guys that have like rows of seats, and those companies own tickets for like half the teams so even if the Jays suck it wouldn't effect their bottom line.

[jaysblue]

If anyone still wants tickets to see the Blue Jays in Chicago at Wrigley Field in August just let me know. Send me a PM.

[Spanky99]

If anyone still wants tickets to see the Blue Jays in Chicago at Wrigley Field in August just let me know. Send me a PM.

 

I know you still want to sell em'

[jaysblue]

I know you still want to sell em'

 

I'll still go if I don't sell them, so not the end of the world. Got a good rate on a hotel in River North and the plan is to visit Milwaukee first before Chicago to catch a game at Miller Park.

 

Just not that crazy about going especially with the way the Jays are playing right now and plus I'd rather save the money to possibly take a 2-3 week trip to Eastern Europe this fall maybe. Anyone who hasn't been to Wrigley, it's still a great ballpark regardless.

[Spanky99]

I'll still go if I don't sell them, so not the end of the world. Got a good rate on a hotel in River North and the plan is to visit Milwaukee first before Chicago to catch a game at Miller Park.

 

Just not that crazy about going especially with the way the Jays are playing right now and plus I'd rather save the money to possibly take a 2-3 week trip to Eastern Europe this fall maybe. Anyone who hasn't been to Wrigley, it's still a great ballpark regardless.

 

I'm just busting your balls Sil, I'd do the ball trip if I were you. You've dot the squash to go to Europe, regardless.

[West Texas Forever]

Still have my tickets to Wednesday's game vs the Athletics and I can't go because I am going to Pittsburgh with some friends so if anyone wants them let me know.

 

Blue Jays vs Athletics July 26th

Section 230 row 9 $40 for the pair.

 

Here is the view from the seats.

 

http://i.imgur.com/0ifkUom.jpg

Edited July 24, 2017 by West Texas Forever

[Brownie19]

WTF - you have Friday August 11th vs. Pitts available?

[West Texas Forever]

WTF - you have Friday August 11th vs. Pitts available?

 

No I don't, I have August 14th vs the Rays though it's a Monday night $40 for the pair, I also have September 10th vs the Tigers it's a Sunday afternoon game $60 for the pair, I am out of the country on that game if you're looking at that one.

[Brownie19]

No I don't, I have August 14th vs the Rays though it's a Monday night $40 for the pair, I also have September 10th vs the Tigers it's a Sunday afternoon game $60 for the pair, I am out of the country on that game if you're looking at that one.

 

Son likes Pittsburgh for some reason, so I might make the trip when the Pirates are in Town. Thanks anyway.

[jaysblue]

Still have my tickets to Wednesday's game vs the Athletics and I can't go because I am going to Pittsburgh with some friends so if anyone wants them let me know.

 

Blue Jays vs Athletics July 26th

Section 230 row 9 $40 for the pair.

 

Here is the view from the seats.

 

http://i.imgur.com/0ifkUom.jpg

 

I would take the tickets for Wednesday, though don't have anyone to go with at the moment. Will try to find someone.

[jaysblue]

Anyone still want Blue Jays/Cubs tickets for Wrigley in August, send me a PM. Can transfer the tickets via MLB At The Ballpark app.

[Spanky99]

Anyone still want Blue Jays/Cubs tickets for Wrigley in August, send me a PM. Can transfer the tickets via MLB At The Ballpark app.

 

Go man, don't be dumn.

[Stangstag]

Anyone have cheap tickets for Sunday's game against the Angels?

 

Also willing to trade them for my 100 level tickets for the Pirates on Sunday August 13th

[jaysblue]

Anyone have cheap tickets for Sunday's game against the Angels?

 

Also willing to trade them for my 100 level tickets for the Pirates on Sunday August 13th

 

Ticket prices are still relatively reasonable for Sunday on StubHub for decent seats.

[jaysblue]

Won't be going to Wrigley in two weeks. Deciding to go to Texas instead near the end of August. I know I sound like a broken record though if anyone is planning on going to Wrigley to catch the Jays series, I have two tickets to every game. Willing to sell a bit below face as well, so pretty good deal and could save paying in USD and the StubHub fees.

[Spanky99]

Won't be going to Wrigley in two weeks. Deciding to go to Texas instead near the end of August. I know I sound like a broken record though if anyone is planning on going to Wrigley to catch the Jays series, I have two tickets to every game. Willing to sell a bit below face as well, so pretty good deal and could save paying in USD and the StubHub fees.

 

Oh man, if only I could leave the Country. I'd be all over that, steal.

[jaysblue]

Oh man, if only I could leave the Country. I'd be all over that, steal.

 

Nats are in town when I'll be in Houston, so that should be a good series! As well, the Pats are playing an exhibition game against the Texans! Hoping I could make it up to Dallas to catch a game at Arlington. Never been to the Lone Star state before plus have some friends who live down in Houston, so should be good!

[jaysblue]

Sold my Cubs tickets for Friday & Saturday so just have a pair for Sunday available (bleachers) if anyone is interested or already going down that weekend. Just send me a PM.

[Spanky99]

Sold my Cubs tickets for Friday & Saturday so just have a pair for Sunday available (bleachers) if anyone is interested or already going down that weekend. Just send me a PM.

 

You're nuts.

[TheHurl]

Don't suspect it will be overly active this year but...bump

[jaysblue]

All 500 level tickets on StubHub for weeknight games will be $6.

 

Looking forward to catching a game vs. the Orioles next week and getting 100 level infield seats around home plate for $20 USD.

[CrackerJack]

Any other season ticket holders here still hangin' on to their seats or has everyone bailed during these hard times?

[jaysblue]

Any other season ticket holders here still hangin' on to their seats or has everyone bailed during these hard times?

 

I would say most ones bailed, unless the season seats held by corporate.

[LGBJ29]

Hey guys, if anyone is interested in going to the game next Sunday may 26th I have a set of tickets I can't use. Tickets are in Section 220 right beside the TD comfort clubhouse. Selling below cost/face at $60/seat

 

View from the seats:

 

[LGBJ29]

price drop: $90 for the pair if anyone wants em