Rangers Season Tickets Holders

[BroadwayBlue99]

Appreciate the info, but just wanted to clarify. When you say "same price" are you referring to the prices I quoted? For the bridge barstools, they're listed at $105 per ticket & the lowers behind the net are $125, but rather than being behind the net I"m looking at a pair in 120 for $145.

Just trying to gauge what would be more likely to recoup the face costs. I'm not familiar with how bridge barstools sell and it seems lower bowl tickets, even at places behind the net, sell for quite a premium.

Not trying to discourage you so don't take my post the wrong way.
I can only speak from my experience and some conversations I've had with other Season Ticket Holders.

For what it's worth, I moved up from the lower 200's from the 100's and had more success selling tickets this year than in years past.

Last season, I had 2 pairs of tickets, 1 full season pair in sec 119 row 20 and 1 half season pair in sec 120 row 20.

This year I was able to get 4 full season tickets together in 225 Row 7 for the same price as my full pair and half pair last year.
I love where I am in the lower 200's. View of the game is much better than 119/120. Yeah you're higher but no issues with not being able to see corners or far end of the ice. And I'm 2 seats off the aisle and right at the section entrance. I literally walk into the section and my seats are right there, no stairs to go up or down. They're also convenient, 9 times out of 10, I can run out for food/drink/bathroom during a commercial break and easily make it back before play starts.

I was much more successful selling my tickets in 225 Row 7 in sets of 2 or 4 than any other tickets I've had the past since 2016. The breakdown of what I sold as a set of 2 vs a set of 4 was about half and half.
I attribute a good part of that to the lower per game ticket prices in the 200's vs the 100's and I have had some people that just prefer the 200 level.

Past tickets included section 104 row 13, 119/row 20, 120/row 20 and 226 /row 1. Yeah I've moved a few times to get where I want to be.
My 225 Row 7 tickets moved at a decent pace and I've been sold out for this year for a few weeks.

I had tickets in 1995-2005 that I would easily sell half the games but that was pre-renovation and not worth using as a comparison here.

Being more successful doesn't mean making a profit it just means being able to move tickets.
From my experience and talking to others you're lucky to break even.
I think I made a profit on 2 games this year and by profit I mean $20 each game.

I'm happy when I can sell at my face value but most of the time I'm losing $10-20 per game.
I'm not in it for the profit. I sell about half my full season to subsidize the cost of my tickets.
Also if someone buys a few games from me I'll give them a discount too. Often keeps people coming back the next season and helps when you know who you're dealing with.

Something else to keep in mind if you don't get a full season and go for a quarter, or half you're face value is a lot more than a full season ticket holder so you're priced higher from the starts if you're trying to sell at face value. That's one of the reasons I went for 4 full season tickets instead of a pair of full and a pair of half. I was getting killed when selling my half season tickets. It made a lot more sense going for 4 full at a lower price per ticket and being able to sell at a lower price. You just need to put out the money in advance or over the course of 10 months. The first 5 months of payments you don't have tickets to sell.

One last note, there is no rhyme or reason. I've had tickets for a Tuesday night game I didn't think would sell, sell quick and had a Sunday 5:00PM game that took a lot longer than I expected but finally did.

Again, not discouraging you just speaking from my own experience, others may have another opinion.
With the right seats you will come close to your face value but most likely you'll fall a little short.
If you go in with that understanding you'll be ok. Good luck!

 

[Jaromir Jagr]

Not trying to discourage you so don't take my post the wrong way.
I can only speak from my experience and some conversations I've had with other Season Ticket Holders.

For what it's worth, I moved up from the lower 200's from the 100's and had more success selling tickets this year than in years past.

Last season, I had 2 pairs of tickets, 1 full season pair in sec 119 row 20 and 1 half season pair in sec 120 row 20.

This year I was able to get 4 full season tickets together in 225 Row 7 for the same price as my full pair and half pair last year.
I love where I am in the lower 200's. View of the game is much better than 119/120. Yeah you're higher but no issues with not being able to see corners or far end of the ice. And I'm 2 seats off the aisle and right at the section entrance. I literally walk into the section and my seats are right there, no stairs to go up or down. They're also convenient, 9 times out of 10, I can run out for food/drink/bathroom during a commercial break and easily make it back before play starts.

I was much more successful selling my tickets in 225 Row 7 in sets of 2 or 4 than any other tickets I've had the past since 2016. The breakdown of what I sold as a set of 2 vs a set of 4 was about half and half.
I attribute a good part of that to the lower per game ticket prices in the 200's vs the 100's and I have had some people that just prefer the 200 level.

Past tickets included section 104 row 13, 119/row 20, 120/row 20 and 226 /row 1. Yeah I've moved a few times to get where I want to be.
My 225 Row 7 tickets moved at a decent pace and I've been sold out for this year for a few weeks.

I had tickets in 1995-2005 that I would easily sell half the games but that was pre-renovation and not worth using as a comparison here.

Being more successful doesn't mean making a profit it just means being able to move tickets.
From my experience and talking to others you're lucky to break even.
I think I made a profit on 2 games this year and by profit I mean $20 each game.

I'm happy when I can sell at my face value but most of the time I'm losing $10-20 per game.
I'm not in it for the profit. I sell about half my full season to subsidize the cost of my tickets.
Also if someone buys a few games from me I'll give them a discount too. Often keeps people coming back the next season and helps when you know who you're dealing with.

Something else to keep in mind if you don't get a full season and go for a quarter, or half you're face value is a lot more than a full season ticket holder so you're priced higher from the starts if you're trying to sell at face value. That's one of the reasons I went for 4 full season tickets instead of a pair of full and a pair of half. I was getting killed when selling my half season tickets. It made a lot more sense going for 4 full at a lower price per ticket and being able to sell at a lower price. You just need to put out the money in advance or over the course of 10 months. The first 5 months of payments you don't have tickets to sell.

One last note, there is no rhyme or reason. I've had tickets for a Tuesday night game I didn't think would sell, sell quick and had a Sunday 5:00PM game that took a lot longer than I expected but finally did.

Again, not discouraging you just speaking from my own experience, others may have another opinion.
With the right seats you will come close to your face value but most likely you'll fall a little short.
If you go in with that understanding you'll be ok. Good luck!

I really appreciate it and happy for everyone's advice & story. It's a big financial commitment, so I'm really just trying to gauge as much info as I can before making the decision. Ultimately, I know a lot will be fleshed out as I go through the experience myself assuming I bite the bullet.

Your experience is really helpful given that you moved from lowers to uppers. So based on what you wrote, it seems that you think i'd be better off going with the $105 tickets on the bridge barstools rather than paying the higher price point for the lower bowl (which jibes with others opinions as well).

Would you mind letting me know what you paid this year for your 225 seats per ticket, as opposed to what you were paying in the lower bowl in prior seasons?

Unfortunately, the new subscriber pricing is crazy for the upper level versus the lower level. We're basically talking a $5 difference per ticket to move from 208 to the lower bowl.

In 225, the lowest row available is row 10 and the price is $155 per ticket. I can actually sit in 120 for $10 cheaper per ticket.

 

[Jaromir Jagr]

Also, just wondering if anyone has tickets on the bridge & could provide some insight into how those sell on the secondary market.

 

[BroadwayBlue99]

I really appreciate it and happy for everyone's advice & story. It's a big financial commitment, so I'm really just trying to gauge as much info as I can before making the decision. Ultimately, I know a lot will be fleshed out as I go through the experience myself assuming I bite the bullet.

Your experience is really helpful given that you moved from lowers to uppers. So based on what you wrote, it seems that you think i'd be better off going with the $105 tickets on the bridge barstools rather than paying the higher price point for the lower bowl (which jibes with others opinions as well).

Would you mind letting me know what you paid this year for your 225 seats per ticket, as opposed to what you were paying in the lower bowl in prior seasons?

Unfortunately, the new subscriber pricing is crazy for the upper level versus the lower level. We're basically talking a $5 difference per ticket to move from 208 to the lower bowl.

In 225, the lowest row available is row 10 and the price is $155 per ticket. I can actually sit in 120 for $10 cheaper per ticket.

I have never sat on the bridge so can't speak for the seats there.
If you're going to be sitting in the seats, you want to make sure you're happy with what you get. I actually moved my seats 2 times between this season and last because I had an obstruction due to the stair rail and was not something I wanted to deal with all year. I gave up aisle seats but moved lower down in the 200s and I'm only 2 off the aisle.
Personal preference has to factor in. I for one just don't like watching the game through the netting. I know after awhile you don't notice it but just something I personally don't like.

Here are my prices since 2016. Everyone will be different based on when they got their tickets.
Note that my pairs are at different price points because I bought them at different times. So one set is more expensive than the other due to new business pricing.

2016-2017 Section 104 Row 13 Half Season Pair $213 average per ticket
2017-2018 Section 226 Row 1 Half Season Pair $220 average per ticket
2018-2019 Section 226 Row 1 Half Season Pair $220 average per ticket (ended up relocating to a full season in 119)
2018-2019 Section 119 Row 20 Full Season Pair $166 average per ticket
2019-2020 Section 119 Row 20 Full Season Pair $166 average per ticket
2019-2020 Section 120 Row 20 Half Season Pair $196 average per ticket (added a half season pair at new business pricing)
2021-2022 Section 225 Row 7 Full Season Pair $119 average per ticket (original sign up in 2016-2017)
2021-2022 Section 225 Row 7 Full Season Pair $144 average per ticket (original sign up in 2019-2020 - "new business price")
2022-2023 Section 225 Row 7 Full Season Pair $128 average per ticket (original sign up in 2016-2017)
2022-2023 Section 225 Row 7 Full Season Pair $155 average per ticket (original sign up in 2019-2020 - "new business price")

People who have had tickets longer than me are paying less than me so they can post their tickets at a lower price then me and break even.
I don't know what Section 119 and 120 row 20 is going for next season but above is what I paid in 2018-2019 and 2019-2020.
Note the differences above in half vs full season pricing.

Also keep in mind, if they keep making the playoffs they will likely increase prices each year and playoff tickets are more expensive than regular season tickets. Normally the later the round the higher the prices.

If everyone is saying the lower didn't take as much of a hit this year or even dropped for some I might take a look during relocation time as I always do to see what's available.
Hope that helps.

 

[Jaromir Jagr]

I have never sat on the bridge so can't speak for the seats there.
If you're going to be sitting in the seats, you want to make sure you're happy with what you get. I actually moved my seats 2 times between this season and last because I had an obstruction due to the stair rail and was not something I wanted to deal with all year. I gave up aisle seats but moved lower down in the 200s and I'm only 2 off the aisle.
Personal preference has to factor in. I for one just don't like watching the game through the netting. I know after awhile you don't notice it but just something I personally don't like.

Here are my prices since 2016. Everyone will be different based on when they got their tickets.
Note that my pairs are at different price points because I bought them at different times. So one set is more expensive than the other due to new business pricing.

2016-2017 Section 104 Row 13 Half Season Pair $213 average per ticket
2017-2018 Section 226 Row 1 Half Season Pair $220 average per ticket
2018-2019 Section 226 Row 1 Half Season Pair $220 average per ticket (ended up relocating to a full season in 119)
2018-2019 Section 119 Row 20 Full Season Pair $166 average per ticket
2019-2020 Section 119 Row 20 Full Season Pair $166 average per ticket
2019-2020 Section 120 Row 20 Half Season Pair $196 average per ticket (added a half season pair at new business pricing)
2021-2022 Section 225 Row 7 Full Season Pair $119 average per ticket (original sign up in 2016-2017)
2021-2022 Section 225 Row 7 Full Season Pair $144 average per ticket (original sign up in 2019-2020 - "new business price")
2022-2023 Section 225 Row 7 Full Season Pair $128 average per ticket (original sign up in 2016-2017)
2022-2023 Section 225 Row 7 Full Season Pair $155 average per ticket (original sign up in 2019-2020 - "new business price")

People who have had tickets longer than me are paying less than me so they can post their tickets at a lower price then me and break even.
I don't know what Section 119 and 120 row 20 is going for next season but above is what I paid in 2018-2019 and 2019-2020.
Note the differences above in half vs full season pricing.

Also keep in mind, if they keep making the playoffs they will likely increase prices each year and playoff tickets are more expensive than regular season tickets. Normally the later the round the higher the prices.

If everyone is saying the lower didn't take as much of a hit this year or even dropped for some I might take a look during relocation time as I always do to see what's available.
Hope that helps.

Incredibly helpful. Thanks so much for this.

 

[broadwayblue]

Looks like my Row 2 seats in 221 increased from $120 to $128.52.

 

[BroadwayBlue99]

Looks like my Row 2 seats in 221 increased from $120 to $128.52.

That's a great price, assuming you've had tickets for awhile. Row 2 in 221 has the extra legroom like center 200's right? Row 1 and 2 are usually a premium on the 200 level. I assume that's true for all 200 sections.

 

[Nash Money]

I really appreciate it and happy for everyone's advice & story. It's a big financial commitment, so I'm really just trying to gauge as much info as I can before making the decision. Ultimately, I know a lot will be fleshed out as I go through the experience myself assuming I bite the bullet.

Your experience is really helpful given that you moved from lowers to uppers. So based on what you wrote, it seems that you think i'd be better off going with the $105 tickets on the bridge barstools rather than paying the higher price point for the lower bowl (which jibes with others opinions as well).

Would you mind letting me know what you paid this year for your 225 seats per ticket, as opposed to what you were paying in the lower bowl in prior seasons?

Unfortunately, the new subscriber pricing is crazy for the upper level versus the lower level. We're basically talking a $5 difference per ticket to move from 208 to the lower bowl.

In 225, the lowest row available is row 10 and the price is $155 per ticket. I can actually sit in 120 for $10 cheaper per ticket.

Do you have access to a map that shows you availability right now?

I moved to the bridge this year for the first time. This year my resale has been much better than the past few. However, the team has been much better than the past few, so not quite sure how much to attribute to the seats, the team, city wanting to get out after lockdowns, etc.

 

[Jaromir Jagr]

Do you have access to a map that shows you availability right now?

I moved to the bridge this year for the first time. This year my resale has been much better than the past few. However, the team has been much better than the past few, so not quite sure how much to attribute to the seats, the team, city wanting to get out after lockdowns, etc.

I do. The end barstools / seats are costing $105 per ticket. The off-center barstools / seats cost $140 and the dead center seats cost $170.

 

[broadwayblue]

That's a great price, assuming you've had tickets for awhile. Row 2 in 221 has the extra legroom like center 200's right? Row 1 and 2 are usually a premium on the 200 level. I assume that's true for all 200 sections.

Yes, I've had them for a while. They are called Gallery Seats (Rows 1 & 2) and do have extra legroom. I'm also on the aisle, which is nice.

As an aside, I have 3 seats, and if anyone is looking for a share for next season please let me know.

 

[Rangers2319]

If you get in the 300s where the rangers shoot twice do it. I was in 318 row 1 couple years ago then moved to 317 row 1 last year. Extremely underrated seats and everyone who has sat in them has loved them. Previous to 318 i was in 213 row 17

 

[Jaromir Jagr]

If you get in the 300s where the rangers shoot twice do it. I was in 318 row 1 couple years ago then moved to 317 row 1 last year. Extremely underrated seats and everyone who has sat in them has loved them. Previous to 318 i was in 213 row 17

That's what I ended up going with actually. 321 barstools. My wife loves sitting in barstool seats so that was the ultimate decider.

 

[ponytrekker]

Has anyone seen anything about tickets for the P-word? I am hoping I didn't miss the email. Half season here.

 

[JRinNYC]

Has anyone seen anything about tickets for the P-word? I am hoping I didn't miss the email. Half season here.

Should be coming soon. Spoke to my rep a couple of weeks ago asking the same, and they said that emails should be going out come April.

 

[Nash Money]

Does anyone have a set of 3 tickets? Was curious if it's more difficult to sell games you can't make because most people look for two, or if it's easier because there are far fewer sets of three.

 

[ponytrekker]

Does anyone have a set of 3 tickets? Was curious if it's more difficult to sell games you can't make because most people look for two, or if it's easier because there are far fewer sets of three.

I know someone who had three Knicks tickets and it was generally such a nightmare to sell he gave them up. But he was such an idiot that he refused to break up the set, ever.

 

[broadwayblue]

Does anyone have a set of 3 tickets? Was curious if it's more difficult to sell games you can't make because most people look for two, or if it's easier because there are far fewer sets of three.

I have 3 tickets. It is true that there are definitely less sets of 3 available, but there are also far fewer people looking for 3, so it somewhat balances out. I think like most tickets, when demand is good they sell. The start to this season was not good, but things have picked up as of late.

 

[Jaromir Jagr]

Should be coming soon. Spoke to my rep a couple of weeks ago asking the same, and they said that emails should be going out come April.

Been bumping my rep here and there. He says they are waiting until we officially clinch. We'll see.

 

[broadwayblue]

Been bumping my rep here and there. He says they are waiting until we officially clinch. We'll see.

What's our magic number, 9?

 

[NYRFAN218]

What's our magic number, 9?

Currently 11. NYI can max out at 101 while we sit at 91 and NYI can max out at 44 regulation wins while we sit at 36. 5 regulation wins to get to 101 would put us at 41 and loses the tiebreak so Rangers need to get to 102 points.

 

[Jaromir Jagr]

What's our magic number, 9?

Seems roughly correct. We're 11 games ahead of CBJ with 15 left to go, so I think our magic number with them is 8 either way and then the Isles have 2 less games then us, but we're 12 games ahead of them, so I think the number with them is slightly higher.

Playoffs start May 2nd, so have to imagine it's coming down the pike in the next few weeks.

 

[Nash Money]

Looks like they opened 22-23 full and half season tickets to the public. New York Rangers Membership Plans

I get that they want to capitalize on the team doing well heading into the playoffs, but kind of a bummer that they did this before relocation.

 

[JimmyG89]

Looks like they opened 22-23 full and half season tickets to the public. New York Rangers Membership Plans

I get that they want to capitalize on the team doing well heading into the playoffs, but kind of a bummer that they did this before relocation.

Extremely not happy about this. Was looking to move and was hoping some seats would be opened up. Unless these are very limited, I'm reaching out to my rep at this rate.

 

[NYRFAN218]

Extremely not happy about this. Was looking to move and was hoping some seats would be opened up. Unless these are very limited, I'm reaching out to my rep at this rate.

I don't think they're offering anything good at least looking at the maps. Looks like it's extremely limited so I'd imagine anything that doesn't get renewed would prob go into the relocation pool before hitting the open market. I think they're trying to play off the "limited inventory" angle to push out as many sales as they can right now.

 

[JimmyG89]

I don't think they're offering anything good at least looking at the maps. Looks like it's extremely limited so I'd imagine anything that doesn't get renewed would prob go into the relocation pool before hitting the open market. I think they're trying to play off the "limited inventory" angle to push out as many sales as they can right now.

Probably not claimed plans for this year, which people already didn't want to relocate to or claim when it was public for 21-22. That's a relief tho.