After securing a playoff spot with a victory on Sunday, the Toronto Blue Jays have triggered excitement among fans who are eager to secure their seats in the stands as post-season tickets become available for purchase this week.
The team announced that post-season tickets will be released to the general public at 10 a.m. ET on Thursday. These tickets will cover the potential games to be held at Toronto’s Rogers Centre during the initial two rounds of the post-season, which include the American League Wild Card Series starting on September 30 and the Division Series starting on October 4.
The sale of post-season tickets coincides with recent scrutiny faced by Ticketmaster, the ticket sales platform utilized by the Blue Jays, for alleged price inflation and high resale costs surrounding major events in the United States.
For fans looking to catch the Blue Jays in action, it is crucial to understand the playoff game scenarios. The number of home games during the post-season will be determined by the Blue Jays’ ranking. Currently leading their division and the American League, the Blue Jays could potentially host key games at Rogers Centre based on final standings.
If Toronto maintains the top position among division winners, it will receive a bye to the American League Division Series and host crucial games. In case Toronto secures the third-best record or the top wild-card spot, it will host a three-game wild-card series. However, if Toronto falls below the top wild-card spot, they will start the post-season series on the road.
Specific dates and times for home games will be disclosed later, and further playoff schedules will be decided at a later stage if the Blue Jays progress.
To purchase post-season tickets, existing full or quarter season ticket holders are guaranteed seats and have priority access. New members will also have access to reserved seats. For the general public, tickets will be available on bluejays.com/postseason via Ticketmaster starting at 10 a.m. ET on Thursday.
A new feature this season is the “District Drops” program for fans interested in general admission tickets, where they can sign up to receive notifications by texting BLUEJAYS to 25835.
Regarding ticket prices and resales, fans can buy directly from the team via Ticketmaster, which also offers verified resale options, although at potentially higher prices. It is advisable to purchase tickets early, but exploring resale options can also yield positive outcomes.
In the U.S., Ticketmaster and its parent company are facing legal action for alleged unfair practices that force consumers to pay more for event tickets. The company has faced criticism in Canada as well, with fans expressing concerns about inflated prices for various events. Ticketmaster clarifies on its website that sellers determine resale prices, which may exceed face value due to market demand.
This information provides fans with essential details on how to secure tickets to witness the Toronto Blue Jays in the upcoming post-season games.