Pre-Game Talk: ISLES vs PENGUINS. December 27.

[Satan'sIsland81]

Just curious, is there something going on at this game that I am unaware of as to why the prices and availability are so different than any other game I have checked since probably the Rags and opening night? Almost every game for the past month, there were hundreds if not thousands available on resale, with good seats available for as little as 40-50. For tomorrow, not only are the cheapest resale available over 100$ but it looks like only a few dozen seats here and there are even available. What am I missing? Any ideas?

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[PK Cronin]

Holiday break for kids.

 

[Satan'sIsland81]

Holiday break for kids.

Wouldnt that be the same circumstances for the game against Florida last Friday or any weekend game? None of which had the prices or lack of availability as tomorrow's game apparently has.

 

[JBHockey]

I agree with PK everyone is out of school/college and even some companies close this week.

Wouldnt that be the same circumstances for the game against Florida last Friday or any weekend game? None of which had the prices or lack of availability as tomorrow's game apparently has.

Last Friday the weather was going to be bad, and it was too close to Christmas for some, and other people are usually traveling that day. I was going to go to the game myself, but I had too much to do in preparation for the weekend

 

[Satan'sIsland81]

I agree with PK everyone is out of school/college and even some companies close this week.


Last Friday the weather was going to be bad, and it was too close to Christmas for some, and other people are usually traveling that day. I was going to go to the game myself, but I had too much to do in preparation for the weekend

Okay, so last question. Then if everybody is out of school or off from from work this week, why does Thursday's game have like 5x the amount of seats available and you could basically get front row tix in the 200s for 70-80 bucks, which is by comparison costing 120-140 for tomorrow's game. Is it possible there are going to be a shit load of Penguins fans that bought tickets?

 

[JBHockey]

Okay, so last question. Then if everybody is out of school or off from from work this week, why does Thursday's game have like 5x the amount of seats available and you could basically get front row tix in the 200s for 70-80 bucks, which is by comparison costing 120-140 for tomorrow's game. Is it possible there are going to be a shit load of Penguins fans that bought tickets?

I have family that are visiting from FL and NC and some of them are going to Tuesday's game, but they will be heading back home on Thursday/Friday. I would have to think there are other people in the same boat and also the pens are a bigger draw locally than Columbus

 

[MattMartin]

Just curious, is there something going on at this game that I am unaware of as to why the prices and availability are so different than any other game I have checked since probably the Rags and opening night? Almost every game for the past month, there were hundreds if not thousands available on resale, with good seats available for as little as 40-50. For tomorrow, not only are the cheapest resale available over 100$ but it looks like only a few dozen seats here and there are even available. What am I missing? Any ideas?

Honestly, what everyone said above which is...timing.

 

[MJF]

The Penguins are still a draw. Who the hell wants to see the Blue Jackets

 

[PK Cronin]

Wouldnt that be the same circumstances for the game against Florida last Friday or any weekend game? None of which had the prices or lack of availability as tomorrow's game apparently has.

No.

Friday was a travel day for people. And it's the first game after Christmas and I imagine people will have gifted tickets or whatever. Also against the Penguins. Not sure what other reason there could be. If it isn't that it's just an anomaly.

 

[Big L]

Pitt is a big draw, lots of people in the NYC area on holiday. People want to get out of the house after listening to Uncle Danny for 2 days + now.

maybe wait until tomorrow, sometimes more tickets are released on game day

 

[MJF]

Pitt is a big draw, lots of people in the NYC area on holiday. People want to get out of the house after listening to Uncle Danny for 2 days + now.

maybe wait until tomorrow, sometimes more tickets are released on game day

Exactly. There’s got to be some people whose travel plans got blitzed by the weather and are selling their tickets.

 

[LeapOnOver]

Guess there are no more arguments left for the answers, lol.

 

[leeroggy]

Just curious, is there something going on at this game that I am unaware of as to why the prices and availability are so different than any other game I have checked since probably the Rags and opening night? Almost every game for the past month, there were hundreds if not thousands available on resale, with good seats available for as little as 40-50. For tomorrow, not only are the cheapest resale available over 100$ but it looks like only a few dozen seats here and there are even available. What am I missing? Any ideas?

Jason Zucker is in town!

 

[TheWhiteWhale30]

Probably a lot of Christmas gifts which made it supply and demand

 

[YearlyLottery]

Okay, so last question. Then if everybody is out of school or off from from work this week, why does Thursday's game have like 5x the amount of seats available and you could basically get front row tix in the 200s for 70-80 bucks, which is by comparison costing 120-140 for tomorrow's game. Is it possible there are going to be a shit load of Penguins fans that bought tickets?

Honestly I would think that Friday game was partially because of the weather for lower tickets. Usually I go to that game and did not because of weather.

I am visiting from SC and will be here tonight. But by Thursday we will be making our drive home for example. So there's that. I am sure it is similar for many others as well.

 

[MJF]

Looks like Nelson is healthy. No Holmstrom tonight.

 

[leeroggy]

How many ways can I wind Cindy Crosby into a pre-game rant?

 

[Kevin27NYI]

I really like that third line

 

[MJF]

 

[miscs75]

The only player I’m expecting to possibly come back somewhat soon is Clutterbuck and in his case, let him get extra rest. Pelech and Varlamov need to return soon however.

 

[MJF]

The only player I’m expecting to possibly come back somewhat soon is Clutterbuck and in his case, let him get extra rest. Pelech and Varlamov need to return soon however.

He’ll come back. 8 games later he’ll be out again.

Bubble wrap and healthy scratch Clutterbuck until the playoffs. Keep Holmstrom in the lineup once he’s healthy. Or Raty as 4C and Cizikas as RW3

 

[CupHolders]

Looks like Nelson is healthy. No Holmstrom tonight.

Interesting is their willingness to keep Raty at his natural position over the veteran Cizikas. A good sign for Raty. Hope he can keep earning his spot.

 

[Tres Peleches]

How many ways can I wind Cindy Crosby into a pre-game rant?

No better place to get incoherent, rage filled rant advice than here. I charge $100/hr for my services though

 

[PolishPrince21]

finish the series with the rags, just start it with the penguins- makes sense.

 

[CupHolders]

He’ll come back. 8 games later he’ll be out again.

Bubble wrap and healthy scratch Clutterbuck until the playoffs. Keep Holmstrom in the lineup once he’s healthy. Or Raty as 4C and Cizikas as RW3

I know your not being entirely serious. But entertaining that hypothetical... come playoffs, and what? You put Clutterbuck back in, for who?

As of now I still have a HEALTHY Clutterbuck over Fasching (primarily because of penalty killing) and both players over Martin (unless fisticuffs are a concern). But it's good to see Fasching continue to show he belongs. Hopefully, he or another similar physically styled player can continue to push the fourth liners out over the next year and a half.