Citi Field

[Kooos]

Just got my letter in the mail regarding the partial plan refunds for postseason tickets. They clearly say that there will be TWO 40 game plans. I take this to mean they're selling 80 games total for all those seats. That's 100% certainty in my book that it will not be possible for you to get your seats guaranteed for every playoff game if you buy a 40-game plan. Not only that, but you don't get the home opener like the Yankees give you. Not cool.


I agree.

But regarding the home opener, couldn't they simply coordinate it so that "Plan A" gets OD and one Yankee game (but maybe not the last game of the season) and "Plan B" gets no OD, 2 Yankee games, and the last game every year? Or maybe juggle it, so that one year you get OD but the next you don't?

[PartnerInGrime]

For the record, I think the 40 game plans will have some sort of postseason provision (not all the games, but something) but the 15's won't.

I would be stunned if that were the case. Just like I've been saying for 2 years that the Mets were trying to bait as many people into buying season tickets, before offering up partials.

Every Mets ticket plan has always come with postseason options. The postseason options are the reason most people (myself included) buy those plans. If I'm shelling out $2,000 for seats, there better be a playoff option attached. If there isn't, I won't purchase a plan and neither will many others.

The Saturday/Sunday plan was 13 games and came with 4 playoff games. I can see them maybe eliminating a playoff game, or altering it in some way, but they have to attach a playoff guarantee for people to bite on these.

[GordonGecko]

The Saturday/Sunday plan was 13 games and came with 4 playoff games. I can see them maybe eliminating a playoff game, or altering it in some way, but they have to attach a playoff guarantee for people to bite on these.

I agree that they may have to attach a playoff carrot for people to bite. But, they may not have to guarantee tickets, as we've been speculating they may just offer presale rights to playoff games. Depending on how sales go, there actually might not even be enough playoff tickets available to guarantee a game to partial holders. Consider that when you add up season ticket seats, 40-plan #1, 40-plan #2, 15-plan #1,#2,#3,#4, AND #5, that's a lot of potential post season commitments.

And there is some precedent here, the Yankees partial plans for next year WILL NOT give you guaranteed playoff rights. I don't see in this case why the Mets would do it any differently
http://newyork.yankees.mlb.com/nyy/ballpark/new_stadium_ticket_license_plans.jsp

[Shea1012]

Just got my letter in the mail regarding the partial plan refunds for postseason tickets. They clearly say that there will be TWO 40 game plans. I take this to mean they're selling 80 games total for all those seats. That's 100% certainty in my book that it will not be possible for you to get your seats guaranteed for every playoff game if you buy a 40-game plan. Not only that, but you don't get the home opener like the Yankees give you. Not cool.

Well, I am willing to bet that your book is wrong. A 40 game plan without full playoff rights is completely foolish.

The smaller plans will at worst have the password pre-sale benefit, but I actually think they will offer a game per round.

[Shea1012]

I would be stunned if that were the case. Just like I've been saying for 2 years that the Mets were trying to bait as many people into buying season tickets, before offering up partials.

Every Mets ticket plan has always come with postseason options. The postseason options are the reason most people (myself included) buy those plans. If I'm shelling out $2,000 for seats, there better be a playoff option attached. If there isn't, I won't purchase a plan and neither will many others.

The Saturday/Sunday plan was 13 games and came with 4 playoff games. I can see them maybe eliminating a playoff game, or altering it in some way, but they have to attach a playoff guarantee for people to bite on these.

I tend to agree with you - however, if the 15 game plans only have a playoff pre-sale right, I would be surprised, but not stunned.

[Kooos]

I agree that they may have to attach a playoff carrot for people to bite. But, they may not have to guarantee tickets, as we've been speculating they may just offer presale rights to playoff games. Depending on how sales go, there actually might not even be enough playoff tickets available to guarantee a game to partial holders. Consider that when you add up season ticket seats, 40-plan #1, 40-plan #2, 15-plan #1,#2,#3,#4, AND #5, that's a lot of potential post season commitments.
And there is some precedent here, the Yankees partial plans for next year WILL NOT give you guaranteed playoff rights. I don't see in this case why the Mets would do it any differently
http://newyork.yankees.mlb.com/nyy/ballpark/new_stadium_ticket_license_plans.jsp


Exactly.

In a 42k seat stadium, there just may not be enough room to juggle 5 15 game plans in the postseason?

[PA_Mets_Fan]

Someone else can answer will more certainty, but if I remember theres also a $60(ish) "Oh...you actually wanted the tickets SHIPPED to you charge"...

Keep in mind, (and I guess they will be optional), but there are probably gonna be 83 home games if you include the 2 Red Sox expo games....


I called the Mets again and they still won't give me any info on available sections at this point. This is extremely frustrating. Now they are saying the seat assignments wouldn't be for another 2 to 3 weeks. Is this gonna be worth it? Will any good seats in PR be left?? :noidea

[Kooos]

Well, I am willing to bet that your book is wrong. A 40 game plan without full playoff rights is completely foolish.

The smaller plans will at worst have the password pre-sale benefit, but I actually think they will offer a game per round.


Let's think about this for a second.....

You're only guaranteed 2 home games. It's entirely possibly that almost half the park (20k seats) could be taken up by STH's. If the Mets do guarantee 40-game holders full postseason rights, that means every one of them is essentially a STH in the postseason (it also means there's little incentive to spring for an 81 game plan). You've then got to juggle 5 different 15-game plans across only 2 games, while also offering at least a few single game tix (presumably).

IDK....seems pretty iffy to me?

[Dishy24]

I'm sure you guys are familiar with Gary, Keith & Ron's Charity organization. I have bought t-shirts from them in the past. I received an email that in honor of Keith's 55th birthday, they are offering a 55% discount on all orders today-Thurs (I think).

Visit www.garykeithron.com and use the code: happybirthdaykeith for the discount.

I just ordered my nepghew a few sweatshirts & t-shirts for Christmas- it's a great offer & all the proceeds go to their charities.

[Saltzy23]

I love this site dearly...

But for real...they need to archive some of the old stuff on another server, or just delete pics past a certain date....cause this website is on a slow path towards non-functionality right now...

1/2 the time lately I get a 'Database Error'...

Hey, Ill do it for them if they let me....

[Flushing Roots]

Thanks Saltzy! Makes sense... There is value in peace of mind. Don't want to sweat out playoff tickets or games I really want to see. My kids were persuading me towards STH and I'm gonna go for it! Hoping I can get in 504 - same section other side of the field from you!
Its impossible to tell you before I(we) know the specifics of the partial plans...

If the 40 game plans dont offer full playoff options, then I dont get why anyone would want them(unless you just wanna go to the games on that plan, or the 15 or so you want and not have to deal with buying on secondary market, and risk there being a game you want not on your 1/2 of the games) and dont care about going to(or at least having tickets for)ALL the playoff games...

If you absolutley need full playoff options(and realize how hard they will be to get), and you dont mind or can figure out a way to get $3g's together for the full season then I say go for it. Remember, its not anything other than guaranteeing yourself tickets to games that may not take place for 5 years to use as a criteria for the full 81 games. Not seat location, not anything else really. My fantastic seats were just a wonderful and unexpected(not to mention pretty much BS) side affect. I never thought Id get some of the best resallable seats when I did this. I just wanted to make sure that in 2011 when we are in the WS that I dont have to freak out/spend $2k per seat....

Unless you just want the ability to go to every game forever, and never have to worry about any of this ever again....to me thats part of the costs as well. You become a 'retailer/wholesaler'(depending on your karma) of Mets tickets...

Ill tell you, and this is from someone who had to eat a bunch of seats this year. Having all the games, and never worrying about any scenerio(tie breakers, etc) has value in and of itself. It was freaking wonderful....

[EM0909153]

Personally for those who are on the fence about getting season tickets to getting some type of partial I would recommend and wait until the mets decide to announce their partial plans, to see what the details actually are in terms of which games are offered and playoff possibilities.

What I feel will happen is this, the 40 game partials will have one of two things, full playoff options (which I highly doubt) or half playoff options.

With the 15 game plans I expect to see one of two things, either have playoff options for 1 game per round or having the Mets say there are no guaranteed playoff options with this pack, but then expect them to have a presale like they have had for the 7pack in the past for only ONE game to any LDS or LCS game, like they have had the past 3 years.

Until these details are out I wouldn't touch season tickets because you are putting down a non refundable deposit and who knows where they will stick you and the partial plans are a huge mystery.

[Saltzy23]

Thanks Saltzy! Makes sense... There is value in peace of mind. Don't want to sweat out playoff tickets or games I really want to see. My kids were persuading me towards STH and I'm gonna go for it! Hoping I can get in 504 - same section other side of the field from you!
Welcome to the "Im not an idealistic yutz expecting the world to cater to all my wants, and I'm being proactive to ensure Im taken care of and have tickets at face value FOREVER Club"

Freaking wonderful it is having ST's...

Heres a SHORT list of the perks you get as a new member...
1. New friends you will see 2-3 times a week, for 6 months a year, all dedicated and obsessed with the same thing you are...I cannot express how great this is. And starting in 2009, BETTER, cause the row will always be packed. Most of the time with the same people....
2. NEVER worrying about getting into OD, Yanks games, Phils games, or any other significant game for the rest of your life....including NLDS, NLCS, and the WS....
3. The ability(starting Day 1) to unload any tickets you dont want for close to face one way or another.
4. (Not sure how old you or the kids are), but the greatest QT you can spend with them(and as someone a little older now, something I wish I appreciated more as a kid) in a brand new park, where you can take em to the bathroom and buy a beer in less than 30 mins, with open concourses all the way around....

How much would YOU pay for such an amazing package...

$10,000?
$5,000?

Today only....all of this can be yours for only $3k....(prices moving forward subject to change)...

BTW, Dont count on 504. Seems to be mostly full, and theres gonna be a few people ahead of you in line....keep us posted though....

[Gary Dunaier]

I'm sure you guys are familiar with Gary, Keith & Ron's Charity organization.

On 9/27 (the next to last game at Shea, a.k.a. Santana's masterpiece), GKR had a special day at Shea where members of their club were allowed to stand on the warning track during the playing of the National Anthem.

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3295/2903192137_50320cdf1c.jpg?v=0
(Photo taken September 27, 2008. © Gary Dunaier. Link to upload on Flickr.com: here (http://www.flickr.com/photos/14504460@N02/2903192137/))

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3048/2903192653_fbf13d0848.jpg?v=0
(Photo taken September 27, 2008. © Gary Dunaier. Link to upload on Flickr.com: here (http://www.flickr.com/photos/14504460@N02/2903192653/in/set-72157607623329199/))

[GordonGecko]

I love this site dearly...

But for real...they need to archive some of the old stuff on another server, or just delete pics past a certain date....cause this website is on a slow path towards non-functionality right now...

1/2 the time lately I get a 'Database Error'...

Hey, Ill do it for them if they let me....

http://www.baseball-fever.com/forumdisplay.php?f=12

[tomzpc]

On 9/27 (the next to last game at Shea, a.k.a. Santana's masterpiece), GKR had a special day at Shea where members of their club were allowed to stand on the warning track during the playing of the National Anthem.

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3295/2903192137_50320cdf1c.jpg?v=0
(Photo taken September 27, 2008. © Gary Dunaier. Link to upload on Flickr.com: here (http://www.flickr.com/photos/14504460@N02/2903192137/))

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3048/2903192653_fbf13d0848.jpg?v=0
(Photo taken September 27, 2008. © Gary Dunaier. Link to upload on Flickr.com: here (http://www.flickr.com/photos/14504460@N02/2903192653/in/set-72157607623329199/))

Hey Gary, another 20 feet over to the right on that second pic and you would have gotten me in it. A buddy and I were in the baseline boxes "right" behind the ball boy for that game (and moment). That day will be my last GOOD (could have been great if not for the following day's disappointment)moment at Shea.

[Reyes07HOF]

Its very funny reading these Posts . I feel there will be some seats to get at face value but Millions Of tickets that is quite funny . Here is some facts


Citi Field 45000 Seat Max
you have to figure the Luxary box account for some of that capicity

2500-5000 seats go to Mlb .
so 40,000
10,000 or less available at loge mezz upperdeck prices


We have not witnessed anything like this is Ny with new stadium in a long long time .

Mets will sell 99 percent of the tickets to season ,partial plan holders .
with 1 percent left they will go to group sales ect

We are 6 months away there will be rush to get seats at the end . Most people do not know there will be 11000 less seats and 30000 will cost over $ 75.00 each .

[CoreyNYC]

Its very funny reading these Posts . I feel there will be some seats to get at face value but Millions Of tickets that is quite funny . Here is some facts


Citi Field 45000 Seat Max
you have to figure the Luxary box account for some of that capicity

2500-5000 seats go to Mlb .
so 40,000
10,000 or less available at loge mezz upperdeck prices


We have not witnessed anything like this is Ny with new stadium in a long long time .

Mets will sell 99 percent of the tickets to season ,partial plan holders .
with 1 percent left they will go to group sales ect

We are 6 months away there will be rush to get seats at the end . Most people do not know there will be 11000 less seats and 30000 will cost over $ 75.00 each .

The facts are you are clueless

[Saltzy23]

The facts are you are clueless
This MAYBE the funniest post I've ever read...

[Reyes07HOF]

We will see . Time will tell . Do the Math .
Concourse Level - 18,000
Club Level - 7,800
Promenade Level - 15,500

[dengal]

On 9/27 (the next to last game at Shea, a.k.a. Santana's masterpiece), GKR had a special day at Shea where members of their club were allowed to stand on the warning track during the playing of the National Anthem.


Gary - Great Pictures! I was on the field in the first photo and was hoping there was someone out there who took a photo.



I'm the guy with the Orange Mets hat! Thanks!

[Dishy24]

Gary - Great Pictures! I was on the field in the first photo and was hoping there was someone out there who took a photo.



I'm the guy with the Orange Mets hat! Thanks!

Did you guys check out www.garykeithron.com ? They posted a whole bunch of pictures from the game on 9/27-

[Kooos]

Its very funny reading these Posts . I feel there will be some seats to get at face value but Millions Of tickets that is quite funny . Here is some facts


Citi Field 45000 Seat Max
you have to figure the Luxary box account for some of that capicity

2500-5000 seats go to Mlb .
so 40,000
10,000 or less available at loge mezz upperdeck prices


We have not witnessed anything like this is Ny with new stadium in a long long time .

Mets will sell 99 percent of the tickets to season ,partial plan holders .
with 1 percent left they will go to group sales ect

We are 6 months away there will be rush to get seats at the end . Most people do not know there will be 11000 less seats and 30000 will cost over $ 75.00 each .



Actually, your "facts" are a little off. Here are some real ones.....


1.) Seating capacity will be around 42,500.

2.) The Promenade (upper) deck will seat approximately 15,500. Over 90% of those 15,500 seats will be priced at $35 or less (on average). Almost half of those 15k seats will be priced at $19 on average, and as low as $12 for midweek games.

3.) When you add-in Promenade Club and field level reserve seating, at least half of the 42k seating capacity will cost less than $60.

4.) In a press release back in August, Dave Howard of the NY Mets stated the team had (at that time) approximately 6,000 full season accounts. Since most of those accounts represent either 2 or 4 seats, the general consensus is that the current season ticket base is somewhere between 18,000-20,000. I have a pretty hard time believing the team has enough partial plan holders to account for another 22,000 full season equivlants?

5.) Midweek games rarely sell out and most STH's don't come close to going to every game. IMO, it will be pretty difficult for STH's to get much more than face value for most midweek games. Since midweek games represent half of the schedule, there will almost certainly be a pretty good supply of reasonably priced (less than $30) seats available. Not "millions" mind you, but they'll be around if you bother to look for them.

6.) There is almost no chance whatsoever that the Mets will sell "99 percent of the tickets to season ,partial plan holders . with 1 percent left they will go to group sales ect". I suppose that's not really a fact (jmo), but I think most of the people who were going to dive in at the last minute probably did so in September. I'm also not too sure how many people are gonna be eager to plunk down $12k-$18k for a pair of EL season tickets?

[Saltzy23]

We will see . Time will tell . Do the Math .
Concourse Level - 18,000
Club Level - 7,800
Promenade Level - 15,500
Lets...

18,000, 7,800, 15,500(not even verifying this. Ill take your word this is off Islands blue prints)..

41,300 seats....plus 2,500 SRO(a whoopsie. Kinda forgot that one)

43,800...

Plenty of seats for regular games. Not nearly enough for big games....

Lovely....

[Kooos]

We will see . Time will tell . Do the Math .
Concourse Level - 18,000
Club Level - 7,800
Promenade Level - 15,500


Clearly, you haven't bothered to.

Maybe this will help.

[Reyes07HOF]

There were 28000 season tickets sold for 2008 . not including partiel Plans . not including prp . Not to many prp were sold

[Kooos]

There were 28000 season tickets sold for 2008 . not including partiel Plans . not including prp . Not to many prp were sold


Link??????

[Kooos]

There were 28000 season tickets sold for 2008 . not including partiel Plans . not including prp . Not to many prp were sold


I've got one for you......

"Howard said the top ticket price at Citi Field is $495, for 76 front-row seats between the dugouts. Comparable seats at Yankee Stadium are priced at $2,500, he said. Howard indicated that 6% of Citi Field’s seats are priced at more than $200, with 31% of seats priced at $25 or less. As part of a five-tier pricing structure based on the attractiveness of the opponent and the day of the game, “value date” tickets will be available for $11-$12. “We’ve tried to do the best we could to keep this balanced,” Howard said. About two-thirds of the Mets’ 6,000 season-ticket accounts have received information about renewing their seats, with the others slated to receive info within two weeks, Howard said.

http://www.nydailynews.com/blogs/mets/2008/08/marlins-4-mets-3-walks-in-the.html


That quote is dated 8/31/08. I have a hard time believing the 6,000 season ticket accounts averaged 4.6 seats per account?

[Reyes07HOF]

How Many seats are under $75 average . Not to many this is my point . I loved shea but shea was a dump to average fans They hated it . Die hards love it and didnt mind it . You will have plenty of people come to the game not because they are a Mets fan But it is the thing to do .You will have more people going to more games .
As far as the expensive tickets . You will see they will be filled . Tons of Money in Ny Nj Conn

[offthewall]

As provided earlier, not sure if dated.

1,041 of the 42,258 are suite seats
__________________________________________________ _____

CONCOURSE LEVEL SEATING PLAN:

Ebbets Club, Metropolitan Box, Metropolitan Box Gold, Field Box, Field Box Gold, Baseline Box, Right Field Reserve, Left Field Reserve, Orchard Seating, Picnic Seating: 15,383

Owners Suites: 52

Concourse Level Subtotal: 15,435

EMPIRE SUITE LEVEL SEATING PLAN

Empire Suites: 719
Party Suites: 172
Auditorium: 150

Empire Suite Level Subtotal: 1,041

CLUB SEATING PLAN

Diamond View Club: 3,435
Infield Club: 896
Left Field Restaurant: 194
Left Field Porch: 1,600
Right Field Home Run Porch: 1,339

Club Level Subtotal: 7,464

PROMENADE LEVEL SEATING PLAN

Promenade Box: 1,766
Infield Promenade Box: 1,572
Promenade Reserve: 6,639
Infield Promenade Reserve: 6,448

Promenade Level Subtotal: 16,425

SEATING TOTAL: 42,258 not incl. Standing Room


Sterling Level Print Scan:


Concourse Level Print Scan:


Ebbets Suite Level Print Scan:


Club Level Print Scan:


Promenade Print Scan:

[Kooos]

How Many seats are under $75 average . Not to many this is my point . I loved shea but shea was a dump to average fans They hated it . Die hards love it and didnt mind it . You will have plenty of people come to the game not because they are a Mets fan But it is the thing to do .You will have more people going to more games .
As far as the expensive tickets . You will see they will be filled . Tons of Money in Ny Nj Conn

You're still not bothering to take your own advice and "do the math".

Fine, I'll do it for you.....

Almost 15k seats in the Prom level will be $60 or less. When you add in RF reserved, RF porch, LF reserve, Big Apple, etc.....you're probably approaching 20k seats at less than $75.

[GordonGecko]

...When you add in RF reserved, RF porch, LF reserve, Big Apple, etc.....you're probably approaching 20k seats at less than $75.

Yeah but compare that to Philadelphia where 100% of the seats are 50 or less (save for the two clubs 75 & 105)
http://philadelphia.phillies.mlb.com/phi/ballpark/seating_pricing.jsp

That being said I think that there is good availability of affordable seats at CF. If you're a Mets fan you can make arrangements to get seats at a good price for most games. Not dugout seats but hopefully there's going to be a good vibe upstairs

[mm7]

I'm a Yankee fan with full season plan in new Yankee Stadium that will be looking to trade straightup two tickets to a Mets/Yankee game in new Yankee Stadium for two tickets to Yankee/Mets game in the new Citi Field.

I do not know where my seats are yet - but I expect to be somewhere on the Main level - anywhere from the $75 to $45 per seat level.

I will offer you Mets June 12th (Friday) or Mets June 14th (Sunday) at Yankee Stadium for the Saturday game on June 27th at Citi Field. If you rather see some other game, just let me know - but Opening day and Oldtimer game are off limits. However, I will trade a Boston/Yankee game if that's your preference. Right now, I am just collecting email addresses, once I have my actual seat location , I will contact you via email, it should be in about a month, to let you where my seats are and then you can decide then whether or not you want to follow through on the ticket swap. Please let me know what section and row your seats are located in your email.

Thanks,

mm7

[Reyes07HOF]

where is it that 31% are 25 of less

[Gary Dunaier]

Hey Gary, another 20 feet over to the right on that second pic and you would have gotten me in it. A buddy and I were in the baseline boxes "right" behind the ball boy for that game (and moment). That day will be my last GOOD (could have been great if not for the following day's disappointment)moment at Shea.

I think this is the best I can do for you...

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3192/2908978552_d1dd7a4d29.jpg?v=0
(Photo taken September 27, 2008. © Gary Dunaier. Link to upload on Flickr.com: here (http://www.flickr.com/photos/14504460@N02/2908978552/in/set-72157607623329199/))

Here's a direct link (http://www.flickr.com/photos/14504460@N02/2908978552/sizes/o/in/set-72157607623329199/) to the same photo in a larger size (1536 x 2048) so you can see if you're in it... and if you want to see if you're in any of the other photos I took, here's a link to the rest of my photos from September 27th (http://www.flickr.com/photos/14504460@N02/sets/72157607623329199/).

[mm7]

I'm a Yankee fan with full season plan in new Yankee Stadium that will be looking to trade straight-up two tickets to a Mets/Yankee game in new Yankee Stadium for two tickets to a Yankee/Mets game in the new Citi Field.

I do not know where my seats are yet - but I expect to be somewhere on the Main level - anywhere from the $75 to $45 per seat level.

I will offer you Mets June 12th (Friday) or Mets June 14th (Sunday) at Yankee Stadium for the Saturday game on June 27th at Citi Field. If you rather see some other game, just let me know - but Opening day and Oldtimer's games are off limits. However, I will trade a Boston/Yankee game ( or just about any other team) if that's your preference. Right now, I am just collecting email addresses, once I have my actual seat location , I will contact you via email in about a month. Then you can decide whether or not you want to follow through on the ticket swap. Please let me know what section and row your seats are located in your email and which game you are interested in the new Yankee Stadium.

Thanks,

mm7
mfbyrne_pa@msn.com

[Kooos]

Yeah but compare that to Philadelphia where 100% of the seats are 75 or less (save for the diamond club)
http://philadelphia.phillies.mlb.com/phi/ballpark/seating_pricing.jsp

That being said I think that there is good availability of affordable seats at CF. If you're a Mets fan you can make arrangements to get seats at a good price for most games.


I'm not saying there aren't overpriced seats at Citi, but this guy started out by saying 30,000 seats would be $75 or more....which is just plain false.

I have very little patience for people who introduce themselves by being beligerent, and then refuse to do even a minimal amount of research to backup their argument.

[Kooos]

where is it that 31% are 25 of less


That would be the 13k Promenade Reserve seats.

[Reyes07HOF]

How many tickets do you have . looks like you have 6 season tickets

[Henderson24]

You're still not bothering to take your own advice and "do the math".

Fine, I'll do it for you.....

Almost 15k seats in the Prom level will be $60 or less. When you add in RF reserved, RF porch, LF reserve, Big Apple, etc.....you're probably approaching 20k seats at less than $75.

Page 54 of this thread has the full seating breakdown of Citi Field that Island prepared. Average Prices based on Alpine's ticket seating chart

OF Promenade Reserve: 6,499 seats ($19 average)
IF Promenade Reserve: 6,308 seats ($25 average)
Promenade Box: 1,731 seats ($35 average)
Promenade Club: 1,536 seats ($60-$75 average)
LF Reserve: 2,377 seats ($50 average; $70 average for seats in 1st two rows)
RF Reserve: 892 seats ($50 average; $70 average for seats in 1st two rows)
LF Landing: 1,568 seats ($40 average; seats in 1st two rows may average $60)
RF Porch: 1,300 seats ($40 average; seats in 1st two rows may average $60)
Orchard Seating (aka Big Apple Seats): 844 seats ($35 average)

In total, there are 23,055 seats (not including standing room) that are priced below $75. There are 15,382 seats (not including 2,500 standing room) priced below $35.

In addition, a vast majority of the 2,868 seats in the LF Landing/RF Porch will average $40 (only the 1st two rows may cost more). Similarly, a vast majority of the 3,269 seats in the LF Reserve/RF Reserve seating will average $50 (only the 1st two rows will average $70).

[Kooos]

How many tickets do you have . looks like you have 6 season tickets


Most of us here (myself included) have two.

[Saltzy23]

I'm not saying there aren't overpriced seats at Citi, but this guy started out by saying 30,000 seats would be $75 or more....which is just plain false.

I have very little patience for people who introduce themselves by being beligerent, and then refuse to do even a minimal amount of research to backup their argument.
I was just gonna post that outside of myself I dont think many people here were really looking to get into this fight. They are just intelligent people, that can analyze a situation, not constantly complain about it, and put themselves in the best place to prosper...

and ya know what, this is gonna get worse and worse....

Just follow the progression of these threads...

People interested in the construction and all aspects of the place...followed by...people wanting to discuss the best way to get the best seats at the best price....and as the third and final act, people that are realizing that Shea is REALLY gone now, and they will no longer to be able to see Sunday Phils games by buying 2 seats from a guy over at Gate E just looking for 1/2 face value...and never see a playoff game again for anywhere near face without spending a dime more than they need to. I have a feeling that as we get closer and closer, as people 'decide they are gonna get into this' and google Citi Field deciding they are an expert on the subject because they are smart, and 45,000 is just to few seats....and BLAH BLAH BLAH....

To all of you pests....stay away. You can form your own 'This sucks' thread. We'll promise to never go on that one...You stay away from ours....

[Reyes07HOF]

Im not saying this sucks . I think its great I hope it works out . I hope it turns into a wrigley field for fenway Park not as far as history stand point not even close . But as far as being sold out . It will make it a great place to watch a game . I think Citi Field will be great . Bad points as for getting tickets cheap 1/2 price not going to happen or calling the day of the game for tickets to yankee and mets and them having seats . I am excited to see the new ball park . I truly feel the promenade will be the place to sit .

[Wall-E]

Im not saying this sucks . I think its great I hope it works out . I hope it turns into a wrigley field for fenway Park not as far as history stand point not even close . But as far as being sold out . It will make it a great place to watch a game . I think Citi Field will be great . Bad points as for getting tickets cheap 1/2 price not going to happen or calling the day of the game for tickets to yankee and mets and them having seats . I am excited to see the new ball park . I truly feel the promenade will be the place to sit .

I truly feel the Metropolitan Box will be the place to sit :rofl:

High-Five for having investment banking brothers! Nobody? Damn.

[Saltzy23]

I truly feel the Metropolitan Box will be the place to sit :rofl:

High-Five for having investment banking brothers! Nobody? Damn.
Hysterical...

[CoreyNYC]

I hope it turns into a wrigley field for fenway Park

I hope it turns into a Citi Field for Citi Field

[Saltzy23]

I was wondering this before. Instead of offering 40 game plans straight up, why couldnt the Mets set up a 'find a partner' system. Set up a board somewhere where people could talk about what games they wanted, and so long as each commits to paying 1/2 you buddy up. It seems like a win-win. The Mets ensure that one seat is taken for all the games, and can even offer full playoff options(assuming the parties can agree on an arrangement, which would be a better deal that they would get as a solo 40 game holder anyway, assuming they wont have full options), and the people have the flexibility to trade off for 100% equal value and the ability to sit in their own seats...

Am I missing a downside or side effect that I havent thought of?

[GordonGecko]

You know something, Tampa Bay is proving to me that they don't deserve a Major League franchise. I bet even if they win it'll be like the Marlins where no one cares the next year and no one shows up. Here's what I'm talking about, you can get a pair of World Series tickets on Stubhub for $184/ticket:

http://www.stubhub.com/tampa-bay-rays-playoff-tickets/rays-vs-phillies-10-22-2008-587820/

If I flew down there to watch the game, my flight to Florida would cost more. Marlins + TB = begging for contraction

[mandrake]

You know something, Tampa Bay is proving to me that they don't deserve a Major League franchise. I bet even if they win it'll be like the Marlins where no one cares the next year and no one shows up. Here's what I'm talking about, you can get a pair of World Series tickets on Stubhub for $184/ticket:

http://www.stubhub.com/tampa-bay-rays-playoff-tickets/rays-vs-phillies-10-22-2008-587820/

If I flew down there to watch the game, my flight to Florida would cost more. Marlins + TB = begging for contraction

Now, compare that to what Philly is getting for SRO. Holy smokes !
And no, I have not gone over to the other side, but I am rooting for Philly. I rooted for them in 1993 and again in 1983 (they lost) and realy rooted for them in 1980 with our TUG on the hill. (And Del Unser too).

In the 'old days' MLB fans put away their rivalries and swallowed their pride and rooted for their league. Just think how Dodgers and Giants fans had to put aside their feelings when the 'enemy' played the Yankees.

I hope other Mets fans are pulling for Philly too. It may help fuel a real rivalry, like we had with the Cubs and Cards in the 80's. And like em or hate em, Philly is a real sports town.

[Ralf]

You know something, Tampa Bay is proving to me that they don't deserve a Major League franchise. I bet even if they win it'll be like the Marlins where no one cares the next year and no one shows up. Here's what I'm talking about, you can get a pair of World Series tickets on Stubhub for $184/ticket:

http://www.stubhub.com/tampa-bay-rays-playoff-tickets/rays-vs-phillies-10-22-2008-587820/

If I flew down there to watch the game, my flight to Florida would cost more. Marlins + TB = begging for contraction

One should stay and the other one should be relocated to Portland. I nominate the Marlins. :hide:

[CoreyNYC]

I hope other Mets fans are pulling for Philly too. It may help fuel a real rivalry, like we had with the Cubs and Cards in the 80's. And like em or hate em, Philly is a real sports town.

I hope Philly gets swept, 4 blowouts.

[Ralf]

I hope Philly gets swept, 4 blowouts.

Seriously. I don't want to see them win 1 game.

[mandrake]

I guess I am alone in my sentiments. What about Mets fans selling tickets to those games at Citi against the WORLD CHAMP Phillies in 2009 ? I know, the Mets are playing the Rays too, but 9 games vs a WSC are better than 3 games? If the Phillies win, it drives up the price, and all the STH's at Citi should be happy.

C'mon, it won't hurt pulling for the world's 'losingest' team .

[Saltzy23]

I guess I am alone in my sentiments. What about Mets fans selling tickets to those games at Citi against the WORLD CHAMP Phillies in 2009 ? I know, the Mets are playing the Rays too, but 9 games vs a WSC are better than 3 games? If the Phillies win, it drives up the price, and all the STH's at Citi should be happy.

C'mon, it won't hurt pulling for the world's 'losingest' team .
Are you crazy?

Id rather have the Yankees, Cowboys, Rangers and Notre Dame win every year for the next 5, over the Phillies winning one WS...

This is how I explain it....I have friends that are Yankee fans....

I hate every single Phillies fan Ive ever met....

[GordonGecko]

I hate every single Phillies fan Ive ever met....

hehe, there's just something about Philadelphia. I find that the people even DRIVE differently there. I remember one time earlier this year in Philly I double parked for 2 minutes waiting for someone and instead of driving around me like they would here these idiots just kept honking until I didn't want to risk getting stabbed and had to go around the block

[WillMissShea]

I hope Philly gets swept, 4 blowouts.

Me too! What the hell is he talking about?

[mandrake]

Are you crazy?

Id rather have the Yankees, Cowboys, Rangers and Notre Dame win every year for the next 5, over the Phillies winning one WS...

This is how I explain it....I have friends that are Yankee fans....

I hate every single Phillies fan Ive ever met....

I guess you feel the same about the Phillies as I do about the Cubs.
And I can't stand the Eagles and the Flyers. I can honestly say the Flyers are the only means to get me to root for the Isles and Devils.

But think of the $$$ angle. Nine games vs the WSC Phillies could get you between 75 and a hundred a game. That pays for half your ST's.

[Saltzy23]

I guess you feel the same about the Phillies as I do about the Cubs.
And I can't stand the Eagles and the Flyers. I can honestly say the Flyers are the only means to get me to root for the Isles and Devils.

But think of the $$$ angle. Nine games vs the WSC Phillies could get you between 75 and a hundred a game. That pays for half your ST's.
The knowledge that those c-sucking, non-knowledgeable, WT, pathetic group of individuals would have something Ive been obsessed with getting for 22 years before I got it has no price tag....

None....

If given the opportunity of sacrificing the enjoyment Ive been waiting for 3 years on would guarantee them a loss in the WS(in as heartbreaking fashion as possible) then I would absolutley give up my ST's right now. You guarantee me they dont win...you can HAVE my ST's...

THATS how much Im against the thought of them winning the WS...

[tomzpc]

I guess I am alone in my sentiments. What about Mets fans selling tickets to those games at Citi against the WORLD CHAMP Phillies in 2009 ? I know, the Mets are playing the Rays too, but 9 games vs a WSC are better than 3 games? If the Phillies win, it drives up the price, and all the STH's at Citi should be happy.

C'mon, it won't hurt pulling for the world's 'losingest' team .

I'm with everyone else too Mandrake. I can't stand the Phillies, which is a good thing. It tells me that this has become a real rivalry. The only reason that the rivalry never grew is because the Mets and Phils have never been good at the same time. I absolutely do not want to see that team celebrating.

[Reyes07HOF]

Lets go Rays

[mandrake]

I'm with everyone else too Mandrake. I can't stand the Phillies, which is a good thing. It tells me that this has become a real rivalry. The only reason that the rivalry never grew is because the Mets and Phils have never been good at the same time. I absolutely do not want to see that team celebrating.

I think I will have to be in disguise next season, based on reading these responses. BTW, on the night the Mets clinched the 1986 Eastern Division vs the Cubs, where was I ?? At the Vet, watching Philly and Cardinals and they showed the Mets celebrating on the field on their diamond vision and those lovable Philly fans (21 and 1/2 games behind) were all chanting "NY stinks" or something like that.

On a serious note, could the Mets face some issues with ADA compliance if the only way into the $19 seats are via a stairway? I thought all new buildings had to be 100% ADA accessible?

[Shea1012]

I think I will have to be in disguise next season, based on reading these responses. BTW, on the night the Mets clinched the 1986 Eastern Division vs the Cubs, where was I ?? At the Vet, watching Philly and Cardinals and they showed the Mets celebrating on the field on their diamond vision and those lovable Philly fans (21 and 1/2 games behind) were all chanting "NY stinks" or something like that.

On a serious note, could the Mets face some issues with ADA compliance if the only way into the $19 seats are via a stairway? I thought all new buildings had to be 100% ADA accessible?

Something tells me that before they went ahead with an $800mm stadium, they made sure their plans were in compliance for all standards such as these. I am sure there is a handicapped accessible section, with whatever number of seats are mandated by state and or federal regulaitons. I know this is the same team who traded Kazmir, but lets give them some credit!

[mandrake]

The knowledge that those c-sucking, non-knowledgeable, WT, pathetic group of individuals would have something Ive been obsessed with getting for 22 years before I got it has no price tag....

None....

If given the opportunity of sacrificing the enjoyment Ive been waiting for 3 years on would guarantee them a loss in the WS(in as heartbreaking fashion as possible) then I would absolutley give up my ST's right now. You guarantee me they dont win...you can HAVE my ST's...

THATS how much Im against the thought of them winning the WS...

Saltzy
Tom and I are discussing access to your seats, and those stairways. You had mentioned previously that your Dad had health issues with the UD at Shea. How will he get into your seats at Citi? I am starting to wonder about access into the upper deck at Citi and if it is compliant with ADA. If you check out the Yankees website, they have specifics about wheelchair access, etc. I must be missing this on the Mets site . I would guess that the YS info is for the 'old' YS, but the new one would be built with stricter ADA guidelines.

WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE SEATING AND PRICING
Please click the following link to view Yankee Stadium's Wheelchair Accessible Seating information.

Wheelchair Accessible Seating And Pricing Guide »
The Yankees had this type of seating in every price range. I must be missing something on the Mets site for Citi; if anyone knows where it is, please point it out.

[CoreyNYC]

People in wheelchairs will probably be at the top of concourses

[Saltzy23]

Saltzy
Tom and I are discussing access to your seats, and those stairways. You had mentioned previously that your Dad had health issues with the UD at Shea. How will he get into your seats at Citi? I am starting to wonder about access into the upper deck at Citi and if it is compliant with ADA. If you check out the Yankees website, they have specifics about wheelchair access, etc. I must be missing this on the Mets site . I would guess that the YS info is for the 'old' YS, but the new one would be built with stricter ADA guidelines.

WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE SEATING AND PRICING
Please click the following link to view Yankee Stadium's Wheelchair Accessible Seating information.

Wheelchair Accessible Seating And Pricing Guide »
The Yankees had this type of seating in every price range. I must be missing something on the Mets site for Citi; if anyone knows where it is, please point it out.
Well, hes doing a little better so God willing hell be handle it. His issues were more with the 10 minutes of downwars ramp walking to get out and the crazy cramped concourses, along with not being to be able to to go the bathrooms(and as a 65 year old man with prostate issues....uhh, do the math)...

I agree though, it seems getting up those stairs looks interesting for the older crowd....

[Shea1012]

This link provides some amazing pictures from Citi:

http://good-times.webshots.com/album/568195182nzUjWV

[GordonGecko]

This link provides some amazing pictures from Citi:

you don't say? :)

[tomzpc]

you don't say? :)

LOL. Day late and a dollar short.

Back on the topic of stairway obstructions, I've come to the realization that the stairway may present more of an obstruction than the Mets have lead me to believe. I've been assured by my old rep and my new one that I will only be obstructed from the left field corner. But the problem to me is that my idea of obstruction differs from theirs. I consider having to look through plexiglass and railings on the stair landings to be an obstruction, even though it may not completely remove the action from my field of vision.
I've attached a screen shot from the Mets 3d viewer. Now we all know that you can't get a view from the actual seats because the viewer only gives you views from the center of the section but if you look at the image below I've encircled my seats (17, 18, 19 and 20) so you can get a idea of the view from those seats in relation to the stairway in front of sections 524 & 525.

It looks to me like ALL of left field and MOST of centerfield will be viewed "through" the landing plexi from my seats which doesn't make me happy. I was so excited to get seats in row 1 of 524 but this has dampered my enthusiasm. I'd like to hear what you guys think. Do you agree with what I'm saying? Am I making a mountain out of a molehill?

http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i42/tomzpc/524stairway.jpg

[BelTelMel]

LOL. Day late and a dollar short.



Why is it a day late and a dollar short? I don't recall seeing many of these before.

[Saltzy23]

Why is it a day late and a dollar short? I don't recall seeing many of these before.
No offense, but you guys DO realize that while you are gone people are carrying on conversations, right??? Why dont you check all the missed posts before asking 'when was this discussed?'

Both Citi threads have been discussing those pics non stop since 8pm last night...

[mandrake]

I sent an email over to the Mets asking how Disabled persons can get into the Prom level. Here is the response:

While we do not have the specifics as of yet, we will have wheelchair seating on each level.
We suggest you continue to visit Mets.com for more information as it becomes available.

Ok, fair enough. I am just waiting for them to show me how w/c's get up to the prom level. As for those who are wondering why I am asking about this, I just can not see somebody spending $700 million on a stadium and the only way into or out of the upper deck is a single staircase (one that may be blocking somebody's view).

And as far as the obstructed view, maybe we won't know if it will be a factor until somebody goes to that level and snaps a few pictures. Personally, I don't think it will be too big of a factor, but if it is , it is a huge flaw in a brabd new stadium. This isn't the Polo Grounds we're talking about.

[BelTelMel]

No offense, but you guys DO realize that while you are gone people are carrying on conversations, right??? Why dont you check all the missed posts before asking 'when was this discussed?'

Both Citi threads have been discussing those pics non stop since 8pm last night...


No offense taken, but this is the only thread I view and I view it everyday. I'm sorry if I missed it but I did look back on previous posts before asking the question and did so again just now. I still don't see it.

[CoreyNYC]

This link provides some amazing pictures from Citi:

http://good-times.webshots.com/album/568195182nzUjWV

I just found this amazing site that I predict will be HUGE!
http://www.google.com

[tomzpc]

Ok, fair enough. I am just waiting for them to show me how w/c's get up to the prom level. As for those who are wondering why I am asking about this, I just can not see somebody spending $700 million on a stadium and the only way into or out of the upper deck is a single staircase (one that may be blocking somebody's view).


Keep in mind that the concourses are open to the field. They'll probably just reserve certain areas for handicapped. All they need to do, and I'm sure that they have, is have elevators to bring you up to the promenade concourse. No reason for a wheelchair to have to access the prom "reserve" level where we are.

[BelTelMel]

Anyway it's not that important is it? I was just making an observation. Didn't mean to ruffle feathers.

[tomzpc]

No offense taken, but this is the only thread I view and I view it everyday. I'm sorry if I missed it but I did look back on previous posts before asking the question and did so again just now. I still don't see it.

Check the Citi Field Construction Photos thread. :)

[tomzpc]

Anyway it's not that important is it? I was just making an observation. Didn't mean to ruffle feathers.

You didn't ruffle feathers. Just a little funnin'. :D

[mandrake]

Keep in mind that the concourses are open to the field. They'll probably just reserve certain areas for handicapped. All they need to do, and I'm sure that they have, is have elevators to bring you up to the promenade concourse. No reason for a wheelchair to have to access the prom "reserve" level where we are.

OK, that would make sense if the concourse is wide enough. Their promenade ticket would not really be in the prom, but just below it. I am sure they would have to charge the $19/25 and not the higher price.

[tomzpc]

OK, that would make sense if the concourse is wide enough. Their promenade ticket would not really be in the prom, but just below it. I am sure they would have to charge the $19/25 and not the higher price.

Oh, they'll be wide enough alright! I'd venture that you're correct about the pricing.

[mandrake]

Oh, they'll be wide enough alright! I'd venture that you're correct about the pricing.

Hey, that's a nice view. Remember what I said about people faking the need for w/c's at Disneyland in order to cut the lines?. If I was not an 'upstanding citizen', I would be tempted to sit down there on the concourse too.

[GordonGecko]

There's no way to get a wheelchair into the promenade stands and no point either because there wouldn't be any place to put them. I'm sure people in wheelchairs won't complain about "having" to sit closer to the field above the promenade boxes

[Saltzy23]

There's no way to get a wheelchair into the promenade stands and no point either because there wouldn't be any place to put them. I'm sure people in wheelchairs won't complain about "having" to sit closer to the field above the promenade boxes
Im sure people in wheelchairs have more to complain about in general than where they sitting at a baseball game...

[tfc3rid]

If you guys look at the seats 3D interactive seat map, if you go to the promenade level there are certain sections for wheelchair seating located at the same level as the concourse... Check it out... Like in other new parks, the upper level wheelchair seating is likely going to be to the left or right of the staircases right above the Prom Boxes/Prom Club seats in certain sections...

And of course, elevators go to each level...

[Shea1012]

No offense taken, but this is the only thread I view and I view it everyday. I'm sorry if I missed it but I did look back on previous posts before asking the question and did so again just now. I still don't see it.

Well apparently we both suck since we don't spend all day and night viewing the various boards. I thought I was helping out - I'm glad at least you appreciated it!

CoreyNYC - Love the google shot. Well played.

[nymdan]

On the topic of wheelchairs... there will be 11 public elevators, as opposed to 4 at Shea.

[Dishy24]

On the topic of wheelchairs... there will be 11 public elevators, as opposed to 4 at Shea.

3 of which never worked! The only one that was always working was the Dimond Club one!

[PA_Mets_Fan]

I got some more info from the Mets this morning. I asked the rep if I placed a deposit for ST would Partial Plan holders have priority over me and he said that the 2 would be separate because partials are offered certain areas and STH are offered other areas. Still don't know what to do. :banghead:

[Saltzy23]

I got some more info from the Mets this morning. I asked the rep if I placed a deposit for ST would Partial Plan holders have priority over me and he said that the 2 would be separate because partials are offered certain areas and STH are offered other areas. Still don't know what to do. :banghead:
According to Tom he was unable to ask for a switch to Sec 525 1st row because as of now it was unavailable...To me it sounds like when they start talking to the partial people they are gonna push HARD for them to just upgrade to the full season. I would assume the sales pitch will be something along the lines of "You'll get better seats, and full playoff options, as opposed to being further out and only have partial options". So they are reserving 525(and maybe 505) for these people. Then I would guess 526-? is for existing partials taking the 40 game plan 1st....then moving over the 15 gamers, and if they fill a certain % of the allotment they wont bother selling more,and if they dont then that will be the final sales pitch to the GP. The rest will be individual tickets.

Again, Im guessing but it makes logical sense...

[PA_Mets_Fan]

According to Tom he was unable to ask for a switch to Sec 525 1st row because as of now it was unavailable...To me it sounds like when they start talking to the partial people they are gonna push HARD for them to just upgrade to the full season. I would assume the sales pitch will be something along the lines of "You'll get better seats, and full playoff options, as opposed to being further out and only have partial options". So they are reserving 525(and maybe 505) for these people. Then I would guess 526-? is for existing partials taking the 40 game plan 1st....then moving over the 15 gamers, and if they fill a certain % of the allotment they wont bother selling more,and if they dont then that will be the final sales pitch to the GP. The rest will be individual tickets.

Again, Im guessing but it makes logical sense...

So you think I would be getting what is left over after everyone else have received theirs?

[Saltzy23]

So you think I would be getting what is left over after everyone else have received theirs?
Totally guessing, but yea. The thing is these partial people have had 2 years to upgrade to a full account already. I mean the Mets have basically used every scare tactic there was, and now theyre at the point where they are saying 'FINE already...you can have 15/40 games, but that it. Take it or leave it'....I cant understand why NOW that many would decide to upgrade, or really even why they would. The opportune time has passed already. They could have had PL IF, or a better seat in the OF.

I would guess these people will take up the 1st few rows of 525 MAYBE, and then it would just be where you fall in the pecking order of people that laid down a deposit after the season...

Again, who knows if this is the truth, but it would make a lot of sense and fit right into what they are telling people...Im gonna look into my glass ball and predict you get something like Sec 525, Row 6-8....somethin like that....whatevers left in 525 will be sold as the absolute hardest individual seats to get in the park(being they have to keep the seats open for anybody deciding on season tix as or right after the season is starting)...

[mandrake]

Saltzy
You may have posted your thoughts on the stairway obstructions already, but they are buried/I can't find them. Since you are in the same section and row as Tom, but in the middle of the row, will you have any issues facing LF or homeplate?

[Henderson24]

Again, Im guessing but it makes logical sense...

I tend to agree with you on this but this is the Mets ticket office we're talking about. As a result, I'd be shocked if their relocation plan for partial planholders makes any logical sense.

[GordonGecko]

I got some more info from the Mets this morning. I asked the rep if I placed a deposit for ST would Partial Plan holders have priority over me and he said that the 2 would be separate because partials are offered certain areas and STH are offered other areas. Still don't know what to do. :banghead:

I don't understand, what do the partial plan areas have to do with getting season tickets? If I'm reading you right, weren't you asking if partial holders would be first in line to get season tickets before people who put a deposit now? How come you didn't call this guy on his canned response?

[Saltzy23]

Saltzy
You may have posted your thoughts on the stairway obstructions already, but they are buried/I can't find them. Since you are in the same section and row as Tom, but in the middle of the row, will you have any issues facing LF or homeplate?

Based on the 3d map, only drives to the absolute furthest part of the LF corner will be viewed through the glass, and balls right down the line may disappear based on the angle, but thats a small price to pay for Row 1, dead center in the section I wanted more than any other...

Ill know more when/if IslandX gets back in and gets some good pics of the issues in the PL. Its INCREDIBLE, but they dont exist. Ive reviewed every interior shot out there, and NOT ONE gives a good shot of how the staircases/railing will obstruct....Its freaking maddning!...

[tomzpc]

Saltzy
You may have posted your thoughts on the stairway obstructions already, but they are buried/I can't find them. Since you are in the same section and row as Tom, but in the middle of the row, will you have any issues facing LF or homeplate?

Saltzy's seats should be clear as day. The middle of the first row in 524 have to be THE best $19 seats in CF along with similar seats in 504. When I got moved to 524 the only option for 4 together was on the end.

[Kooos]

I don't understand, what do the partial plan areas have to do with getting season tickets? If I'm reading you right, weren't you asking if partial holders would be first in line to get season tickets before people who put a deposit now? How come you didn't call this guy on his canned response?


I'm a little confused myself.

It sounds like the rep was saying they've got certain areas of the park reserved for new STH's (maybe 525 and 505?) and other area's reserved for partials? Therefore, neither group would have "priority" over the other because they're offering them different sections. Maybe if someone calls next month for tickets they'd be given a choice of 525 for 81 games, 527 for a 40 game plan, or OF EL for a 15 game plan?

IDK....just a guess?

[Saltzy23]

I'm a little confused myself.

It sounds like the rep was saying they've got certain areas of the park reserved for new STH's (maybe 525 and 505?) and other area's reserved for partials? Therefore, neither group would have "priority" over the other because they're offering them different sections. Maybe if someone calls next month for tickets they'd be given a choice of 525 for 81 games, 527 for a 40 game plan, or OF EL for a 15 game plan?

IDK....just a guess?
Yup....thats my guess too...say 525 and 526 for 40 gamers....527 to 530 for 15(I think there will be a 15 game PL partial plan too)gamers....the rest individuals....

Wonder what 501-503 would be under this scenerio?

[GordonGecko]

Yup....thats my guess too...say 525 and 526 for 40 gamers....527 to 530 for 15(I think there will be a 15 game PL partial plan too)gamers....the rest individuals....

Wonder what 501-503 would be under this scenerio?

My guess is that the top rows throughout the infield promenade will be reserved for partial plans, along with the better rows in the outfield in like 533-538. Not much logic on that guess, just random thoughts coming from my brain

[Saltzy23]

My guess is that the top rows throughout the infield promenade will be reserved for partial plans, along with the better rows in the outfield in like 533-538. Not much logic on that guess, just random thoughts coming from my brain
So you dont think ANY IF PL will be available as individuals? I was thinking they would break those up too...

1/3 40 gamers(right behind the plate)
1/3 15 gamers (outside of those)
1/3 individuals(last section or 2 on each end)


BTW, anyone else think that the 15-20 of us in a room could have absolutley handled this thing the way it needed to be handled. Its pretty obvious that we as a whole we have a MUCH better understanding of the clients issues(being that we are them), and even the stadium itself....

[BelTelMel]

Since we are all guessing here. I would guess that some seats, that remain unsold for a full 81 game schedule because of the huge ST price, could also become available and more affordable as partial plans. EL and maybe others come to mind. :)

[Saltzy23]

Since we are all guessing here. I would guess that some seats, that remain unsold for a full 81 game schedule because of the huge ST price, could also become available and more affordable as partial plans. EL and maybe others come to mind. :)
Not the ones in the PL. They will hold those for straggler ST's people, and then sell em at the latest possible moment as singles...

Thats how it usually works...

[Kooos]

I'm kinda curious to see what sort of availability they have in some of the other sections (RF porch, LF Landing, RF & LF reserve, etc)?

We haven't really heard too much about existing STH's being relocated there.

[BelTelMel]

Not the ones in the PL. They will hold those for straggler ST's people, and then sell em at the latest possible moment as singles...

Thats how it usually works...

I was actually guessing seats pricier than the PL.

[Saltzy23]

I'm kinda curious to see what sort of availability they have in some of the other sections (RF porch, LF Landing, RF & LF reserve, etc)?

We haven't really heard too much about existing STH's being relocated there.
True..

Big Apple seats too...

[PA_Mets_Fan]

I was hoping there would be some prom. box seats left for people that weren't STH and put down a deposit. Think that's a possibility? Also, since I won't be going to all 81 games which areas of the prom. (box, inf, out ) will sell the best on the secondary market. That would also influence my decision on seats.

[GordonGecko]

I was hoping there would be some prom. box seats left for people that weren't STH and put down a deposit. Think that's a possibility? Also, since I won't be going to all 81 games which areas of the prom. (box, inf, out ) will sell the best on the secondary market. That would also influence my decision on seats.

Unlikely, because Mezz Box STH's relative position in CF is the Prom Boxes, and there's less rows than in the Mezz Boxes. That's why the Prom Boxes sold so fast

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http://www.palinaspresident.us/

[Saltzy23]

Saltzy's seats should be clear as day. The middle of the first row in 524 have to be THE best $19 seats in CF along with similar seats in 504. When I got moved to 524 the only option for 4 together was on the end.
Not to continue my 6 month 'patting myself of the back'...but I think 524 is WAY better than 504....just pull up the 3d map and look at the difference in the views down the lines. 504 is further away from the field, and has a bigger blind spot...

As far as the PL Boxes....Ill bet the ones 431-436 maybe available, but who the hell wants em. $35 to not see any plays to deep LF? Pass...Id MUCH rather have 525 for almost 1/2 the price...

[peterrod16]

Not to continue my 6 month 'patting myself of the back'...but I think 524 is WAY better than 504....just pull up the 3d map and look at the difference in the views down the lines. 504 is further away from the field, and has a bigger blind spot...

As far as the PL Boxes....Ill bet the ones 431-436 maybe available, but who the hell wants em. $35 to not see any plays to deep LF? Pass...Id MUCH rather have 525 for almost 1/2 the price...

Saltzy, i think section 503 is better than 504.
Less obstruction from stairway looking towards the RF corner
Those bars in the 3d shot are not on the stairway at Citi field.
Its just plexiglass to see through.

[Saltzy23]

Saltzy, i think section 503 is better than 504.
Less obstruction from stairway looking towards the RF corner
Those bars in the 3d shot are not on the stairway at Citi field.
Its just plexiglass to see through.
They maybe better than 504, but they dont come anywhere CLOSE to 524. Its sitting WAY out in RF, vs. almost being in the IF in LF...

Its not close....524 is the best $19 section...

[GordonGecko]

Well before you start comparing exact views, you should wait until you can actually sit in those sections. The 3D viewers are just an approximation and the real thing could actually be a lot different. Is there a physical reason 504 would be any different than 524, I mean isn't the park symmetrical along an axis running through the plate to dead center field until at least the foul poles?

[peterrod16]

Well before you start comparing exact views, you should wait until you can actually sit in those sections. The 3D viewers are just an approximation and the real thing could actually be a lot different. Is there a physical reason 504 would be any different than 524, I mean isn't the park symmetrical along an axis running through the plate to dead center field until at least the foul poles?

gordon you are correct but i used the 3d viewer before i went to nats park this year.
The image on the 3d viewer was dead on when i sat down in my seat.

[Saltzy23]

Well before you start comparing exact views, you should wait until you can actually sit in those sections. The 3D viewers are just an approximation and the real thing could actually be a lot different. Is there a physical reason 504 would be any different than 524, I mean isn't the park symmetrical along an axis running through the plate to dead center field until at least the foul poles?
I agree in principle, but I spent time on the seating chart drawing some straight lines in all angles from both sections(as well as trying to analyze the actual pics)and unless Im wrong the answer is no. 504 and 524 are not symmetrical. I mean 524 is not significantly better, but based on the pics, the 3d viewer, and the seating chart it just seems to have slightly better overall angle. I THINK its cause the RF wall dimensions zig and zag, but the LF is a constant line. Again, it maybe just a visual illusion, but 505 seems to be way more comprable....and thats $6 more...The only pros I see for 504 is longer sunlight when its cold...

Also, 524 has a much better view of the scoreboards(at least the Aux one)

[LI METS FAN]

Totally guessing, but yea. The thing is these partial people have had 2 years to upgrade to a full account already. I mean the Mets have basically used every scare tactic there was, and now theyre at the point where they are saying 'FINE already...you can have 15/40 games, but that it. Take it or leave it'....I cant understand why NOW that many would decide to upgrade, or really even why they would. The opportune time has passed already. They could have had PL IF, or a better seat in the OF.

I would guess these people will take up the 1st few rows of 525 MAYBE, and then it would just be where you fall in the pecking order of people that laid down a deposit after the season...

Again, who knows if this is the truth, but it would make a lot of sense and fit right into what they are telling people...Im gonna look into my glass ball and predict you get something like Sec 525, Row 6-8....somethin like that....whatevers left in 525 will be sold as the absolute hardest individual seats to get in the park(being they have to keep the seats open for anybody deciding on season tix as or right after the season is starting)...

Hi all- brand new to this board, this info is great. I am one of those partial plan ticket holders (23 year Saturday plan holder) who has waited out the Mets and their scare tactics and did get the letter about the two 40 game plans or the five 15 game plans that I can now buy. I'm hoping they do this by seniority but am not holding my breath over that. My old seats were in Mezz Res, section 3, row F on the aisle. I loved the almost direct home plate view and was about 3 rows under the overhang which was great. No direct sunlight and no rain on me but also no obstructed view because of the low row. I will probably buy a 15 game plan, hopefully with mainly Saturday games but I'm also not holding my breath for that either. Do you think I might be a candidate for a very high row in Prom Res Infield Section 514 (rows 13-17)? I'd be surprised if they've sold all the high rows yet. Not that I'll have a choice but the Excelsior levels back rows 8-10 might be under an overhang and might be good?? Does anyone think all the Excelsior Bronze and Excelsior Club back row seats are taken?

[Saltzy23]

Hi all- brand new to this board, this info is great. I am one of those partial plan ticket holders (23 year Saturday plan holder) who has waited out the Mets and their scare tactics and did get the letter about the two 40 game plans or the five 15 game plans that I can now buy. I'm hoping they do this by seniority but am not holding my breath over that. My old seats were in Mezz Res, section 3, row F on the aisle. I loved the almost direct home plate view and was about 3 rows under the overhang which was great. No direct sunlight and no rain on me but also no obstructed view because of the low row. I will probably buy a 15 game plan, hopefully with mainly Saturday games but I'm also not holding my breath for that either. Do you think I might be a candidate for a very high row in Prom Res Infield Section 514 (rows 13-17)? I'd be surprised if they've sold all the high rows yet. Not that I'll have a choice but the Excelsior levels back rows 8-10 might be under an overhang and might be good?? Does anyone think all the Excelsior Bronze and Excelsior Club back row seats are taken?


Welcome...

The entire Excelsior level is under cover my friend....seats, clubs....the whole shebang...

There are seems to be plenty of seats still available there in general...

[LI METS FAN]

I'm kinda curious to see what sort of availability they have in some of the other sections (RF porch, LF Landing, RF & LF reserve, etc)?

We haven't really heard too much about existing STH's being relocated there.

Hi all- just joined the board. My friend was a first year STH in 2008, bought Mezz Box seats way out in right field and she was offered Right Field Porch seats for CF. They are on the aisle but the Rep told her she has only a partial view of the scoreboard (She of course didn't need him to tell her the obvious). She put the deposit down but also asked to be upgraded but hasn't heard anything yet. From what her rep told her the Right Field porch was filling up due to the more reasonable pricing.

[Saltzy23]

Hi all- just joined the board. My friend was a first year STH in 2008, bought Mezz Box seats way out in right field and she was offered Right Field Porch seats for CF. They are on the aisle but the Rep told her she has only a partial view of the scoreboard (She of course didn't need him to tell her the obvious). She put the deposit down but also asked to be upgraded but hasn't heard anything yet. From what her rep told her the Right Field porch was filling up due to the more reasonable pricing.
They dont include the 40% more for Club access thats why...

Any seat that provides access(even the worst Excelsior @ $75) costs significantly more...

Its why for the most part the people on this thread dont have em....we wanna watch the game. FYI, the Excelsior Club doesnt even provide a view of the field...so enjoy that for $30 more a game....

[peterrod16]

Hi all- just joined the board. My friend was a first year STH in 2008, bought Mezz Box seats way out in right field and she was offered Right Field Porch seats for CF. They are on the aisle but the Rep told her she has only a partial view of the scoreboard (She of course didn't need him to tell her the obvious). She put the deposit down but also asked to be upgraded but hasn't heard anything yet. From what her rep told her the Right Field porch was filling up due to the more reasonable pricing.

LI fan RF porch is $40 * 81 =$ 3,240
Compare to the Excelsior Season tickets $6,075
Big difference.
Do you know your friends section and row?
Also here is a pic of the excelsior section.
The back rows are covered from the rain
http://good-times.webshots.com/photo/2637837150065625104ngetFN

[LI METS FAN]

They dont include the 40% more for Club access thats why...

Any seat that provides access(even the worst Excelsior @ $75) costs significantly more...

Its why for the most part the people on this thread dont have em....we wanna watch the game. FYI, the Excelsior Club doesnt even provide a view of the field...so enjoy that for $30 more a game....

She asked about some sort of club access as a STH in Right Field Porch and they said No, it doesn't come with club access right now but they may be "working on something" . If they do provide some sort of club access it would be 40% more?

[Kooos]

Hi all- just joined the board. My friend was a first year STH in 2008, bought Mezz Box seats way out in right field and she was offered Right Field Porch seats for CF. They are on the aisle but the Rep told her she has only a partial view of the scoreboard (She of course didn't need him to tell her the obvious). She put the deposit down but also asked to be upgraded but hasn't heard anything yet. From what her rep told her the Right Field porch was filling up due to the more reasonable pricing.



Thanks.....I'm trying to get a handle on what might still be available for partials (thinking about adding a partial to my account).

I'm also really curious to see how these 15 game plans will work (for example.....13 Saturdays and 2 midweeks?).

[Saltzy23]

She asked about some sort of club access as a STH in Right Field Porch and they said No, it doesn't come with club access right now but they may be "working on something" . If they do provide some sort of club access it would be 40% more?
You tell me bud...but I dont see it any other way....

Good reference point is the PL....Pricing goes $19/$25/$35, no Club Access.....$60/$75 with Club access...

In case you havent seen this....

[Kooos]

They dont include the 40% more for Club access thats why...

Any seat that provides access(even the worst Excelsior @ $75) costs significantly more...

Its why for the most part the people on this thread dont have em....we wanna watch the game. FYI, the Excelsior Club doesnt even provide a view of the field...so enjoy that for $30 more a game....



Agreed.

The only real benefit that I can see, is someplace nice to hang during a rain delay? Still not worth an additional $4-5k per year.

[LI METS FAN]

LI fan RF porch is $40 * 81 =$ 3,240
Compare to the Excelsior Season tickets $6,075
Big difference.
Do you know your friends section and row?
Also here is a pic of the excelsior section.
The back rows are covered from the rain
http://good-times.webshots.com/photo/2637837150065625104ngetFN

I think its 304, mid row but I'm not 100% certain. The back rows of Excelsior sound good, pricey but good, wonder if that could even be an option for partial season tickets.

[peterrod16]

Thanks.....I'm trying to get a handle on what might still be available for partials (thinking about adding a partial to my account).

I'm also really curious to see how these 15 game plans will work (for example.....13 Saturdays and 2 midweeks?).

How about 13 saturday games 1 weeknight game and 1 exhibton game vs boston.
I would like to see the reaction if this happens.

[peterrod16]

I think its 304, mid row but I'm not 100% certain. The back rows of Excelsior sound good, pricey but good, wonder if that could even be an option for partial season tickets.

Excelsior partial plan will definately be there;
Excelsior club $75 STH price could be $80 partial plan.

sectionm 304 is in foul territory not a bad view.

[PA_Mets_Fan]

What about the secondary market for these tickets? What areas/sections have the best resale value for a season ticket holder? Exc., Prom. inf, Prom Box?

[Kooos]

What about the secondary market for these tickets? What areas/sections have the best resale value for a season ticket holder? Exc., Prom. inf, Prom Box?


Won't really know until next season.

Logic would dictate that the best seats (low rows, closer to home) in the cheaper sections should do well. With the Mets decision to sell partials, that just means there are potentially less single game tix available. That said....you'd probably be able to turn a profit on EL tix for platinum games, but have a real hard time getting face for weeknites.

My analysis (probably very simplistic) boils down to this....

A.) If you've got good, cheap seats (like many of us here have), you should have no problem unloading your midweeks for face, selling your weekends for above face (how far above remains to be seen), and you'll make an absolute killing on platinum games.

B.) A holder of more expensive seats will probably have a hard time getting face for midweek games, should be able to get face for weekends, and will make a profit platinums.

[PA_Mets_Fan]

Won't really know until next season.

Logic would dictate that the best seats (low rows, closer to home) in the cheaper sections should do well. With the Mets decision to sell partials, that just means there are potentially less single game tix available. That said....you'd probably be able to turn a profit on EL tix for platinum games, but have a real hard time getting face for weeknites.

My analysis (probably very simplistic) boils down to this....

A.) If you've got good, cheap seats (like many of us here have), you should have no problem unloading your midweeks for face, selling your weekends for above face (how far above remains to be seen), and you'll make an absolute killing on platinum games.

B.) A holder of more expensive seats will probably have a hard time getting face for midweek games, should be able to get face for weekends, and will make a profit platinums.

Sounds pretty logical to me. How do you think next year is going to be as far as sell outs are concerned?

[Kooos]

Won't really know until next season.

Logic would dictate that the best seats (low rows, closer to home) in the cheaper sections should do well. With the Mets decision to sell partials, that just means there are potentially less single game tix available. That said....you'd probably be able to turn a profit on EL tix for platinum games, but have a real hard time getting face for weeknites.

My analysis (probably very simplistic) boils down to this....

A.) If you've got good, cheap seats (like many of us here have), you should have no problem unloading your midweeks for face, selling your weekends for above face (how far above remains to be seen), and you'll make an absolute killing on platinum games.

B.) A holder of more expensive seats will probably have a hard time getting face for midweek games, should be able to get face for weekends, and will make a profit platinums.



That said.....if you buy an EL 15-game plan, which maybe includes a Yankee game, and you plan on actually going to 75% of your games....you could sell the platinum game as a way to recoup some of your cost, and then sit back and enjoy the view and amenities from the EL?

[Kooos]

Sounds pretty logical to me. How do you think next year is going to be as far as sell outs are concerned?


Well, if they sold out every home game, they still wouldn't reach this year's attendance figures.

So one would think that most games will at least be paid sellouts. How many people are actually in the stands is another matter. I've said this before....I think reasonably priced tix will be around, but people are gonna have to change their expectations (you need to buy ahead thru the secondary market instead of expecting to buy a ticket on gameday).

[Saltzy23]

Well, if they sold out every home game, they still wouldn't reach this year's attendance figures.

So one would think that most games will at least be paid sellouts. How many people are actually in the stands is another matter. I've said this before....I think reasonably priced tix will be around, but people are gonna have to change their expectations (you need to buy ahead thru the secondary market instead of expecting to buy a ticket on gameday).
Ahhh...Kooos, I remember not so long ago you were just a pup and green as grass on such issues. 3-4 months of spending your waking hours discussing seating and you've become your own man. (Biting bottom lip, and sniffling)...I'm just so proud....

Anyway...yea, what he said. I think Tues Nats games may have some leftovers in the EL at the Box Office, but the inverse is that the big games will sell for a greater % of face(for the simple fact that people that want good seats will usually spend a higher relative cost than the guy just looking to get in). The PL will sell out every seat(and will for years to come), as will the box seats and the 'other' seats around the place. But unless youve got money to burn I dont see how the PL isnt the safest overall bet...

...and if you dont mind missing OD you can recoup a lot of costs regardless of location...

[Kooos]

Ahhh...Kooos, I remember not so long ago you were just a pup and green as grass on such issues. 3-4 months of spending your waking hours discussing seating and you've become your own man. (Biting bottom lip, and sniffling)...I'm just so proud....Anyway...yea, what he said. I think Tues Nats games may have some leftovers in the EL at the Box Office, but the inverse is that the big games will sell for a greater % of face(for the simple fact that people that want good seats will usually spend a higher relative cost than the guy just looking to get in). The PL will sell out every seat(and will for years to come), as will the box seats and the 'other' seats around the place. But unless youve got money to burn I dont see how the PL isnt the safest overall bet...

...and if you dont mind missing OD you can recoup a lot of costs regardless of location...


I was wandering aimlessly in the wilderness....searching for a site like this one (full of obsessive compulsive freaks just like me).

[Reyes07HOF]

I put down a deposit for season tickets on Sept 23 . I got a rep for my account no seats assigned as of yet .They are waiting for movement and inventory to settle for season ticket holders from last year . I talked to him several times as of last week he said that Partial Plan holders would go before deposits or at the same time and that they will be different sections SO PARTIAL PLANS WILL GET WILL GET SLIM PICKINGS . Season tickets will not have partials tickets next to them .Partial Plans will probably most likely only Be Available only to 2008 partial Plan holders With No Room for more .He also said most will not have playoffs options . I spoke to him today again he said season ticket deposits will go in next week or so as for partial plans it will take few weeks so that has changed . He did also tell me if I did not like the seat location he would refund the deposit .


Pa Man if you want name and number of my rep Lmk . I will private message it to you

[peterrod16]

I put down a deposit for season tickets on Sept 23 . I got a rep for my account no seats assigned as of yet .They are waiting for movement and inventory to settle for season ticket holders from last year . I talked to him several times as of last week he said that Partial Plan holders would go before deposits or at the same time and that they will be different sections SO PARTIAL PLANS WILL GET WILL GET SLIM PICKINGS . Season tickets will not have partials tickets next to them .Partial Plans will probably most likely only Be Available only to 2008 partial Plan holders With No Room for more .He also said most will not have playoffs options . I spoke to him today again he said season ticket deposits will go in next week or so as for partial plans it will take few weeks so that has changed . He did also tell me if I did not like the seat location he would refund the deposit .


Pa Man if you want name and number of my rep Lmk . I will private message it to you

Thanks for the information.
I guess the 40 game partial plans will have playoff options.
The 15 game plans will have no option for playoffs.
It sucks buy saltzy was right if you want to jump in last year was the time.
A part of me feels like the mets are playing hard ball to get more full STH.

[Reyes07HOF]

Mets need a certain number of tickets for playoffs World series to be held back thats were the 15 game plans will come into play

[Reyes07HOF]

I see these tickets being 400-500 by spring . It has started the Hype


http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ssPageName=STRK:MEDWX:IT&item=380067434216

2 promenade infield selling for $750 for opening day at citi field

[peterrod16]

I see these tickets being 400-500 by spring . It has started the Hype


http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ssPageName=STRK:MEDWX:IT&item=380067434216

2 promenade infield selling for $750 for opening day at citi field

personally i think a lot of people are overshooting on what the market will be for opening night.
remember its a night game and more than likely it will be cold.
For me personallly i would rather get the yanks home opener and then travel to citi field for the mets vs padres night game(one day)

[Reyes07HOF]

Thanks for the information.
I guess the 40 game partial plans will have playoff options.
The 15 game plans will have no option for playoffs.
It sucks buy saltzy was right if you want to jump in last year was the time.
A part of me feels like the mets are playing hard ball to get more full STH.

A part of me feels like the mets are playing hard ball to get more full STH.[/


The Mets Know as time goes on they will have more sth . If they get a big free agent they will sell even more . So thats why they are playing hardball .
If they get Manny it will crazy for ticket sales

[peterrod16]

A part of me feels like the mets are playing hard ball to get more full STH.[/


The Mets Know as time goes on they will have more sth . If they get a big free agent they will sell even more . So thats why they are playing hardball .
If they get Manny it will crazy for ticket sales

The mets wont get manny. The wilpons are going to stay close to their budget.
I just dont like the business practices of the mets organization.
I will be at citi field for a nats or pirates game when demand is low.

[GordonGecko]

I see these tickets being 400-500 by spring . It has started the Hype


http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ssPageName=STRK:MEDWX:IT&item=380067434216

2 promenade infield selling for $750 for opening day at citi field

Isn't hat alpine's colorized Citi Field map??? I can't tell because the Mets have apparently removed theirs from the site

[Kooos]

personally i think a lot of people are overshooting on what the market will be for opening night.
remember its a night game and more than likely it will be cold.
For me personallly i would rather get the yanks home opener and then travel to citi field for the mets vs padres night game(one day)


You're probably right. And regardless of what the market is for the first real game at Citi Field ever, that will have almost no bearing on the market for the rest of the season (or opening day 2010 for that matter).

OD 2009 is completely irrelevant outside of that one night.

[j4minard]

I don't get why this guy is bothering at all to have Mets tickets. I guess he's just trying to scalp his playoff tickets:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=290268543430

By simple deduction, he was relocated from UD 6, row D to 518, row 4:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=290263888765

Hi - I'm new here. I have had a back-and-forth with this guy on ebay and you are right - he is trying to make his profit on the playoff tickets. I tried to explain that I wouldn't buy season tickets without knowing how much he was going to charge for the playoff tix (5% above face? 10%? etc) and also didn't understand why I wouldn't just go through the Mets directly, have the tickets in my name for '09 and future years, and get all playoff tickets at face, which seems like the whole point. Anyway, I didn't get anywhere. Does anybody have any idea what kind of season tickets might be available to someone like me who has never had even a partial plan at Shea? The intriguing thing to me about the ebay guy is that his seats are pretty much my ideal tickets, and I have no idea what will be available directly through the Mets. When I spoke with the Mets Tuesday they were completely unhelpful - told me to basically try back in a month because right now they have no info for me on sections, prices, etc. But they'd be happy to take my non-refundable $500 for a pair without being able to tell me where the seats might be or how much they'll cost. Do I have a shot at getting IF Promenade seats, or maybe like 524/525, or are they all likely to be taken by Shea plan holders before I get a shot? Any insights here would be greatly appreciated - thanks.

[GordonGecko]

FYI, you risk nothing by buying that auction. You're buying the "right", not the obligation to buy his tickets for basically less than 10 bucks. He messed up on his wording. Basically you have him by the balls if you decide not to buy them and wait until March to tell him. So if in March tickets are freely available from the Mets or other fans, you go for those. Or if tickets are completely impossible to get and insanely expensive, you have this free option.

This guy is an idiot

[peterrod16]

Hi - I'm new here. I have had a back-and-forth with this guy on ebay and you are right - he is trying to make his profit on the playoff tickets. I tried to explain that I wouldn't buy season tickets without knowing how much he was going to charge for the playoff tix (5% above face? 10%? etc) and also didn't understand why I wouldn't just go through the Mets directly, have the tickets in my name for '09 and future years, and get all playoff tickets at face, which seems like the whole point. Anyway, I didn't get anywhere. Does anybody have any idea what kind of season tickets might be available to someone like me who has never had even a partial plan at Shea? The intriguing thing to me about the ebay guy is that his seats are pretty much my ideal tickets, and I have no idea what will be available directly through the Mets. When I spoke with the Mets Tuesday they were completely unhelpful - told me to basically try back in a month because right now they have no info for me on sections, prices, etc. But they'd be happy to take my non-refundable $500 for a pair without being able to tell me where the seats might be or how much they'll cost. Do I have a shot at getting IF Promenade seats, or maybe like 524/525, or are they all likely to be taken by Shea plan holders before I get a shot? Any insights here would be greatly appreciated - thanks.

Welcome. Now we know the mets sales dept with try to milk every dollar out of a full STH.
I would wait untill the partial plans come out.
Since there is two 40 game partial plans.
I could see one plan including opening night
While the other plan includes playoff tickets.
There will be 5 15 game play tickets and i would guess no playoff opportunites.(saturday, sunday 13 games plus one weekdday game and exhibton game vs boston)
I would say Prom infield, outfield and box only for 40 game plan.
15 game plans RF porch LF landing, Baseline box Excelsior club, Field Box and Excelsior Silver.

[GordonGecko]

Having each 40 get either the home opener or playoffs wouldn't work well, because then what do you do in 2010 when the HO is only marginally more valuable than other regular season games. I think each 15 game partial will get a presale opportunity for 1/2/1 playoff games, and the 40's will each get 1/2/1 automatically PLUS presale opportunities for the other games. The big mystery for me is how they hand out those stadium opener tickets that aren't included in any partials and available as individuals

[j4minard]

I put down a deposit for season tickets on Sept 23 . I got a rep for my account no seats assigned as of yet .They are waiting for movement and inventory to settle for season ticket holders from last year . I talked to him several times as of last week he said that Partial Plan holders would go before deposits or at the same time and that they will be different sections SO PARTIAL PLANS WILL GET WILL GET SLIM PICKINGS . Season tickets will not have partials tickets next to them .Partial Plans will probably most likely only Be Available only to 2008 partial Plan holders With No Room for more .He also said most will not have playoffs options . I spoke to him today again he said season ticket deposits will go in next week or so as for partial plans it will take few weeks so that has changed . He did also tell me if I did not like the seat location he would refund the deposit .


Pa Man if you want name and number of my rep Lmk . I will private message it to you

I would love the contact info for your rep if you don't mind - looking to get ST for first time and trying to decide whether to put down a deposit. Thanks.

[j4minard]

Welcome. Now we know the mets sales dept with try to milk every dollar out of a full STH.
I would wait untill the partial plans come out.
Since there is two 40 game partial plans.
I could see one plan including opening night
While the other plan includes playoff tickets.
There will be 5 15 game play tickets and i would guess no playoff opportunites.(saturday, sunday 13 games plus one weekdday game and exhibton game vs boston)
I would say Prom infield, outfield and box only for 40 game plan.
15 game plans RF porch LF landing, Baseline box Excelsior club, Field Box and Excelsior Silver.

I think I'd only want the full ST - so you think I'll still be able to get Prom IF even after all Shea ST holders are filled? Gordon, thanks for the ebay advice, but after emailing back-and-forth with him I just don't want to deal with him anymore - would rather go directly through the team.

[Saltzy23]

I would love the contact info for your rep if you don't mind - looking to get ST for first time and trying to decide whether to put down a deposit. Thanks.
IMO....not a chance at the IF PL...not this year...

You would be at the absolute back of the line....and they are almost full as it is...I think 525 will be the settling ground for the late ST's comers...

I think next year you would be able to upgrade to IF though...

Can I ask you a question(and this is directed at PA Mets fan too)....not to be insulting, but why decide to do this NOW?!?....You guys had the whole year, then they offered the Pennant Race packs. If you took the 10 game plan you would have had seats to the last games, including the Final Game for face value....and your playoff option would have covered a LOT of the invoice....plus, many of those people have their seats already...and got what they wanted...

Im glad you woke up, but what the hell took you so long? If you acted on this 3 months ago you would have gotten exactly what you wanted. Now its a crap shoot...

[PA_Mets_Fan]

IMO....not a chance at the IF PL...not this year...

You would be at the absolute back of the line....and they are almost full as it is...I think 525 will be the settling ground for the late ST's comers...

I think next year you would be able to upgrade to IF though...

Can I ask you a question(and this is directed at PA Mets fan too)....not to be insulting, but why decide to do this NOW?!?....You guys had the whole year, then they offered the Pennant Race packs. If you took the 10 game plan you would have had seats to the last games, including the Final Game for face value....and your playoff option would have covered a LOT of the invoice....plus, many of those people have their seats already...and got what they wanted...

Im glad you woke up, but what the hell took you so long? If you acted on this 3 months ago you would have gotten exactly what you wanted. Now its a crap shoot...

Well for me I live 3hrs from NYC so I was going to get like a Sunday plan or something, but after reading this thread for a while it became clear that was either going to be in more expensive seats which would cost almost as much as PL outfield ST. So it got me thinking. Better late than never.

[Saltzy23]

Well for me I live 3hrs from NYC so I was going to get like a Sunday plan or something, but after reading this thread for a while it became clear that was either going to be in more expensive seats which would cost almost as much as PL outfield ST. So it got me thinking. Better late than never.
Fair enough...

Instead of insessant B*tching and moaning you are being proactive. I love that. Good for you...

Just for your sake I wish you had been drinkin the koolade a little sooner, but like you said....better late than never...

You will be able to relocate in 2010 though....I guarantee it...

[PA_Mets_Fan]

Fair enough...

Instead of insessant B*tching and moaning you are being proactive. I love that. Good for you...

Just for your sake I wish you had been drinkin the koolade a little sooner, but like you said....better late than never...

You will be able to relocate in 2010 though....I guarantee it...

And I really appreciate all the help and info from everyone on this thread. And I forgot to mention that convincing the wife to buy ST for a team 3 hrs away isn't easy. That is why I have to make sure I'd come close to breaking even or I will never hear the end of it!

[Kooos]

I think I'd only want the full ST - so you think I'll still be able to get Prom IF even after all Shea ST holders are filled? Gordon, thanks for the ebay advice, but after emailing back-and-forth with him I just don't want to deal with him anymore - would rather go directly through the team.


Saltzy's right....probably no shot at Prom IF this year.

But a low row in 525 would be pretty decent seats. But if you somehow did get row 1 or 2 in 525, you'll definately want the middle if at all possible (the stairs descend inwards in front of that section).

[PA_Mets_Fan]

I put down a deposit for season tickets on Sept 23 . I got a rep for my account no seats assigned as of yet .They are waiting for movement and inventory to settle for season ticket holders from last year . I talked to him several times as of last week he said that Partial Plan holders would go before deposits or at the same time and that they will be different sections SO PARTIAL PLANS WILL GET WILL GET SLIM PICKINGS . Season tickets will not have partials tickets next to them .Partial Plans will probably most likely only Be Available only to 2008 partial Plan holders With No Room for more .He also said most will not have playoffs options . I spoke to him today again he said season ticket deposits will go in next week or so as for partial plans it will take few weeks so that has changed . He did also tell me if I did not like the seat location he would refund the deposit .


Pa Man if you want name and number of my rep Lmk . I will private message it to you

It's hard to believe they would refund a non refundable deposit. Do you work for the mets ticket office?? :cool:

[j4minard]

IMO....not a chance at the IF PL...not this year...

You would be at the absolute back of the line....and they are almost full as it is...I think 525 will be the settling ground for the late ST's comers...

I think next year you would be able to upgrade to IF though...

Can I ask you a question(and this is directed at PA Mets fan too)....not to be insulting, but why decide to do this NOW?!?....You guys had the whole year, then they offered the Pennant Race packs. If you took the 10 game plan you would have had seats to the last games, including the Final Game for face value....and your playoff option would have covered a LOT of the invoice....plus, many of those people have their seats already...and got what they wanted...

Im glad you woke up, but what the hell took you so long? If you acted on this 3 months ago you would have gotten exactly what you wanted. Now its a crap shoot...

Ha - just be happy there are people like me who make things easier for you guys. Plus, how could I make such a big commitment to a team until they pulled off the greatest 2-yr September choke ever? Actually, I had a weekday plan for Aug/Sept with a friend (under his name - could that help me at all?) so we could get all the playoff tix. I echo PA's thanks to all you guys for the advice here.

[tomzpc]

Saltzy's right....probably no shot at Prom IF this year.

But a low row in 525 would be pretty decent seats. But if you somehow did get row 1 or 2 in 525, you'll definately want the middle if at all possible (the stairs descend inwards in front of that section).

What makes you guys so sure that there won't be IF promenade available at all? I think that there will be some available, just in the higher third or quarter of the sections.

[GordonGecko]

What makes you guys so sure that there won't be IF promenade available at all? I think that there will be some available, just in the higher third or quarter of the sections.

Yeah there's definitely going to be Prom IF seats available for season tickets, even low rows. The reason is there weren't that many full season tickets in Upper Reserved at Shea. People who did have ST were mainly right behind the plate. There's tons of rows and sections that will not have been relocated to the same relative position from Shea. People have not been allowed to upgrade to closer sections, but have been able to downgrade. So what's left will be a function of who has decided to downgrade within the PL IF, but there should be a good solid inventory if you want to buy season tickets in Promenade infield

[Flushing Roots]

Yeah there's definitely going to be Prom IF seats available for season tickets, even low rows. The reason is there weren't that many full season tickets in Upper Reserved at Shea. People who did have ST were mainly right behind the plate. There's tons of rows and sections that will not have been relocated to the same relative position from Shea. People have not been allowed to upgrade to closer sections, but have been able to downgrade. So what's left will be a function of who has decided to downgrade within the PL IF, but there should be a good solid inventory if you want to buy season tickets in Promenade infield I like the way you are thinking Gordo!

[Kooos]

Yeah there's definitely going to be Prom IF seats available for season tickets, even low rows. The reason is there weren't that many full season tickets in Upper Reserved at Shea. People who did have ST were mainly right behind the plate. There's tons of rows and sections that will not have been relocated to the same relative position from Shea. People have not been allowed to upgrade to closer sections, but have been able to downgrade. So what's left will be a function of who has decided to downgrade within the PL IF, but there should be a good solid inventory if you want to buy season tickets in Promenade infield


I was in Mezz reserve and was originally relocated to Prom IF.

I guess I'm assuming that in addition to the Mezz Reserve, Upper Reserve, and Upper Box Shea STH's (who were all relocated to Prom IF)....there's also a healthy dose of Loge Reserve and Mezz Box people who chose to downgrade.

But maybe you guys are right, maybe there will be some IF seats available?

[GordonGecko]

I was in Mezz reserve and was originally relocated to Prom IF.

I guess I'm assuming that in addition to the Mezz Reserve, Upper Reserve, and Upper Box Shea STH's (who were all relocated to Prom IF)....there's also a healthy dose of Loge Reserve and Mezz Box people who chose to downgrade.

But maybe you guys are right, maybe there will be some IF seats available?

Yeah, many Mezz were relocated to the promenade too, but again in the same "relative" area. The main question there is how many Mezz season tickets were there and how many ended up in the PL

[Kooos]

Well, we'll know for sure in the next couple of weeks.

Since the Mets have apparently designated certain areas as being available for ST's and other area's for partials, as soon as the new STH's and partials start getting assigned....we'll know what's still open.

I'm assuming whatever goes unsold will be end up being single game tix.

[GordonGecko]

I'm assuming whatever goes unsold will be end up being single game tix.

I also foresee a lot of games being bundled into "Citi Field Opener" packs with the home opener game


____________
http://palinaspresident.us you betcha!

[j4minard]

Yeah there's definitely going to be Prom IF seats available for season tickets, even low rows. The reason is there weren't that many full season tickets in Upper Reserved at Shea. People who did have ST were mainly right behind the plate. There's tons of rows and sections that will not have been relocated to the same relative position from Shea. People have not been allowed to upgrade to closer sections, but have been able to downgrade. So what's left will be a function of who has decided to downgrade within the PL IF, but there should be a good solid inventory if you want to buy season tickets in Promenade infield

Thanks for the optimism.

[Reyes07HOF]

I sent private message to you guys email me at chewy1011@optonline.net or read message

[citifaithful]

In my opinion, the pennant race pack was a rip off. They wouldn't sell tickets for the final 15 or so games cheaper than upper box or mezzanine reserved, probably the corners of Shea.
Had they sold the much more inexpensive upper reserved in the pack, then we're talking... There were some 10 and even 5 dollar games in that final month that I went to and in the end, I was happy I didn't get that pack. I was even able to get two scattered seats for the last game at Shea during the last week and a half of the year.

Now possibly I pay the price now by getting season tickets once the season ended, but I just didn't want to get shut out for Citi. And I've gone to enough games the last few years to warrant such a purchase. In a perfect world, we'd go there the day of every game and get a seat. And they may happen for certain weeknight games, but there's no guarantee. Weekends in the summer, forget it. Even weekdays...

My question still remains...what's left for new holders? I received a message on the machine from the Mets just telling me they received my deposit and a rep would call me once seating location was available. Only problem is I made a deposit probably two weeks ago. So the suspense continues even well after September...

[Reyes07HOF]

there are alot of good seats left for new customers . If you wait until dec jan to try to get season tickets you will be unhappy .

sec 525 -sec 503 if low rows

some if promenade .

right porch are available

Prom club box are gone .

Prom box will be in the sections way out in of

expensive tickets they have availability in all places

[Saltzy23]

In my opinion, the pennant race pack was a rip off. They wouldn't sell tickets for the final 15 or so games cheaper than upper box or mezzanine reserved, probably the corners of Shea.
Had they sold the much more inexpensive upper reserved in the pack, then we're talking... There were some 10 and even 5 dollar games in that final month that I went to and in the end, I was happy I didn't get that pack. I was even able to get two scattered seats for the last game at Shea during the last week and a half of the year.

Now possibly I pay the price now by getting season tickets once the season ended, but I just didn't want to get shut out for Citi. And I've gone to enough games the last few years to warrant such a purchase. In a perfect world, we'd go there the day of every game and get a seat. And they may happen for certain weeknight games, but there's no guarantee. Weekends in the summer, forget it. Even weekdays...

My question still remains...what's left for new holders? I received a message on the machine from the Mets just telling me they received my deposit and a rep would call me once seating location was available. Only problem is I made a deposit probably two weeks ago. So the suspense continues even well after September...
Sorry dude...we ADAMENTLY disagree about this. It was a ways back, but I explained why they didnt offer the UD Res as PRP's...

1. I mean that would have REEEEEALLY pissed off people with partials that(at least at that time) had no offers to get tickets at CF. I mean $250 to get priority into CF AND full playoff options, while others had seats for 20 years and were told 'sorry'?

2. I thought ahead enough to buy UD Res Full ST's. I was willing to buy all 81 games to have priority. Why should you, with the season still in limbo be able to mosey on up and get 10 games, and full playoff options at the same price point as me? No way. They offered only UD Boxes and UD Mezz only as a way to 'even out the playing field'...They werent looking to just GIVE away seats. The final series' had plently of extra seats around. Why let people buy the absolute cheapest seat, for the absolute fewest amount of games, to get the absolute best perks...F that...

They has UD Res ST's up until the 1st month of the season give or take. They had a firm # for sale. They sold all of em(I called regarding availability to ask)...

All they were doing was trying to equate my 81 game purchase with someone buying FAR fewer games....nothing wrong with that...

[Reyes07HOF]

FYI, you risk nothing by buying that auction. You're buying the "right", not the obligation to buy his tickets for basically less than 10 bucks. He messed up on his wording. Basically you have him by the balls if you decide not to buy them and wait until March to tell him. So if in March tickets are freely available from the Mets or other fans, you go for those. Or if tickets are completely impossible to get and insanely expensive, you have this free option.

This guy is an idiot


I would not send that guy a dime til he has his season tickets in hand

After 2 months on ebay its hard to get a refund almost impossible .You cannot leave bad feedback .Guy could do same thing see how seats sell and then refund the money they are his tickets til March . That guy has no feedback 21 is not alot and the fact that he says No paypal as payment Plan impossible to do a chargeback .

Its a joke that ebay lets people do this.

[Kooos]

In my opinion, the pennant race pack was a rip off. They wouldn't sell tickets for the final 15 or so games cheaper than upper box or mezzanine reserved, probably the corners of Shea.
Had they sold the much more inexpensive upper reserved in the pack, then we're talking... There were some 10 and even 5 dollar games in that final month that I went to and in the end, I was happy I didn't get that pack. I was even able to get two scattered seats for the last game at Shea during the last week and a half of the year.

Now possibly I pay the price now by getting season tickets once the season ended, but I just didn't want to get shut out for Citi. And I've gone to enough games the last few years to warrant such a purchase. In a perfect world, we'd go there the day of every game and get a seat. And they may happen for certain weeknight games, but there's no guarantee. Weekends in the summer, forget it. Even weekdays...

My question still remains...what's left for new holders? I received a message on the machine from the Mets just telling me they received my deposit and a rep would call me once seating location was available. Only problem is I made a deposit probably two weeks ago. So the suspense continues even well after September...


Sounds to me like they've been busy over the past 2 weeks sorting out which sections they'll offer partials and which will be made available for new STH's.

I bet we'll hear something in the next week or two (maybe even early next week).

[GordonGecko]

In my opinion, the pennant race pack was a rip off. They wouldn't sell tickets for the final 15 or so games cheaper than upper box or mezzanine reserved, probably the corners of Shea.
Had they sold the much more inexpensive upper reserved in the pack, then we're talking... There were some 10 and even 5 dollar games in that final month that I went to and in the end, I was happy I didn't get that pack. I was even able to get two scattered seats for the last game at Shea during the last week and a half of the year.

Now possibly I pay the price now by getting season tickets once the season ended, but I just didn't want to get shut out for Citi. And I've gone to enough games the last few years to warrant such a purchase. In a perfect world, we'd go there the day of every game and get a seat. And they may happen for certain weeknight games, but there's no guarantee. Weekends in the summer, forget it. Even weekdays...

My question still remains...what's left for new holders? I received a message on the machine from the Mets just telling me they received my deposit and a rep would call me once seating location was available. Only problem is I made a deposit probably two weeks ago. So the suspense continues even well after September...

Pennant race pack was not all about getting ST to Citi, it was also about getting FULL playoff rights for a first place team in the National League East with only a few weeks to go AND you got the final game ever at Shea Stadium. That's not a ripoff, that's the deal of the year. Who knew the Mets would crumble down the stretch again?

[GordonGecko]

I would not send that guy a dime til he has his season tickets in hand

After 2 months on ebay its hard to get a refund almost impossible .You cannot leave bad feedback .Guy could do same thing see how seats sell and then refund the money they are his tickets til March . That guy has no feedback 21 is not alot and the fact that he says No paypal as payment Plan impossible to do a chargeback .

Its a joke that ebay lets people do this.

Yeah but it's not a big risk if you win that auction for 0.99 plus the 5.95 S&H bucks (wtf is he shipping besides the tix anyways?)

[citifaithful]

Sorry dude...we ADAMENTLY disagree about this. It was a ways back, but I explained why they didnt offer the UD Res as PRP's...

1. I mean that would have REEEEEALLY pissed off people with partials that(at least at that time) had no offers to get tickets at CF. I mean $250 to get priority into CF AND full playoff options, while others had seats for 20 years and were told 'sorry'?

2. I thought ahead enough to buy UD Res Full ST's. I was willing to buy all 81 games to have priority. Why should you, with the season still in limbo be able to mosey on up and get 10 games, and full playoff options at the same price point as me? No way. They offered only UD Boxes and UD Mezz only as a way to 'even out the playing field'...They werent looking to just GIVE away seats. The final series' had plently of extra seats around. Why let people buy the absolute cheapest seat, for the absolute fewest amount of games, to get the absolute best perks...F that...

They has UD Res ST's up until the 1st month of the season give or take. They had a firm # for sale. They sold all of em(I called regarding availability to ask)...

All they were doing was trying to equate my 81 game purchase with someone buying FAR fewer games....nothing wrong with that...

I understand what you're saying: Fair is fair. I'm a total believer of taking care of the customers that have been there the longest. I have no problem with that. I'm just saying that given my situation or options, I didn't find that it benefitted myself the most. If I have to move a couple of sections over or so for not getting the PRP, that's fine. I found it hard to buy 23 or 27 dollar tickets in upper box for a game that sold for 5 and 10 dollars in UR. Honestly I'd rather sit in Upper reserved than upper box, as long as its rows A-E and its closer to home plate. So although I understand that you and other people that planned ahead deserve first pick, it wasn't the easiest thing to buy. You're more aware of this than I am, so I'll ask you. Do you know how well the PRP sold? Did a lot of people buy it?

[citifaithful]

Pennant race pack was not all about getting ST to Citi, it was also about getting FULL playoff rights for a first place team in the National League East with only a few weeks to go AND you got the final game ever at Shea Stadium. That's not a ripoff, that's the deal of the year. Who knew the Mets would crumble down the stretch again?

Ha understood. I actually got that bad feeling when Ayala gave up the 3 run homer against Atlanta on that dreadful Sunday afternoon but that's a different conversation.

Yeah playoff rights were a big deal. Friends and I were able to get at least 3 post season games because the Mets give 7 pack owners the right to buy one game which I always thought was very good of them since it was never guaranteed that you get priority via pre sale. But thinking about possible CS or even world series tickets, then it is a good deal. Always tough as a Met fan to think so far ahead such as the WS.

[Reyes07HOF]

pennant race packs sold like crap

[citifaithful]

Sounds to me like they've been busy over the past 2 weeks sorting out which sections they'll offer partials and which will be made available for new STH's.

I bet we'll hear something in the next week or two (maybe even early next week).

Nice. Thanks.

[j4minard]

I would not send that guy a dime til he has his season tickets in hand

After 2 months on ebay its hard to get a refund almost impossible .You cannot leave bad feedback .Guy could do same thing see how seats sell and then refund the money they are his tickets til March . That guy has no feedback 21 is not alot and the fact that he says No paypal as payment Plan impossible to do a chargeback .

Its a joke that ebay lets people do this.

Somebody just bid on the guy's listing - would love to be a fly on the wall to see how that transaction plays out over the next 6 months.

[Dishy24]

Saltzy-
Did your Dad get his program?
Tricia

[PA_Mets_Fan]

Fair enough...

Instead of insessant B*tching and moaning you are being proactive. I love that. Good for you...

Just for your sake I wish you had been drinkin the koolade a little sooner, but like you said....better late than never...

You will be able to relocate in 2010 though....I guarantee it...

Well the deposit is in. I hope it all works out. :hide:

[Reyes07HOF]

good luck let me know when they call you

[Reyes07HOF]

Yeah but it's not a big risk if you win that auction for 0.99 plus the 5.95 S&H bucks (wtf is he shipping besides the tix anyways?)

Big risk if you count on having his tickets . The guy can back out like you can and keep his tickets . So in turn its a no win for winning bidder . I mean yes if you really dont care if you get the guys tickets and have others available its a win win . But if you are counting on them its a risk . I just wouldnt count on them

[PA_Mets_Fan]

good luck let me know when they call you

Hopefully I'll get a good section. Did your rep give you any more details? I like that he offered to give you a refund. How is that?

[GordonGecko]

Big risk if you count on having his tickets . The guy can back out like you can and keep his tickets . So in turn its a no win for winning bidder . I mean yes if you really dont care if you get the guys tickets and have others available its a win win . But if you are counting on them its a risk . I just wouldnt count on them

He can't back out legally, because he'll have sold the rights under contract. You can easily get his name and address from eBay and if you had to supoena him into small claims court because the guy is a local. You'd easily win the case in no time

[Reyes07HOF]

I guess then there is a risk on our part . How Can person buying it back out ?????? he can take you to court .


Did you leave deposit thru website or called

[PA_Mets_Fan]

On the website

[tomzpc]

Well the deposit is in. I hope it all works out. :hide:


Welcome to the club. Good luck! I'm not as far away as you are but I'm still 90 minutes.

[PA_Mets_Fan]

Has a list been started to track where everyone is located @ CF on this thread?

[Saltzy23]

Ok, so I compiled a list of everyone's relocation. I know tfc3rid is still waiting on his relocation. Sorry if I missed someone.

Baseline Box
Aplineinc: Sec. 106, Row 15

Excelsior Club
LIMets: Sec. 314, Row 4

Right Field Porch
Wburgmetsfan: Sec. 305, Row 5

Promenade Club
LIMets "friend": Sec. 407, Row 3
MezzBox7: Sec. 412, Row ?
UpperEastSide: Sec. 414, Row 1
Johnql: Sec. 415, Row 1

Promenade Box
Sublime9: Sec. 402, Row 4
Aramism: Sec. 402, Row 5
Mister B: Sec. 424, Row 2
Ralf: Sec. 424, Row 3
Oldefarms: Sec. 426, Row 4

Promenade Reserve Infield
Rjsallstars: Sec. 507, Row 5
Ocdbuzz311: Sec. 508, Row 5
Amaysn24: Sec. 509, Row 3
Bklyn8: Sec. 512, Row 2
CoreyNYC: Sec. 514, Row 2
MetsfanfromBrick: Sec. 515, Row 1
No1mtsfan: Sec. 516, Row 4
Nptenvoyed: Sec. 517, Row 2
Mets20102005: Sec. 518, Row 1
Mschvatz44: Sec. 519, Row 1
Dan7: Sec. 520, Row 5
Headshoes: Sec. 520, Row 6
Dishy24: Sec. 522, Row 1
Shea1012: Sec. 522, Row 2
Pcc499: Sec. 523, Row 2

Promenade Reserve
Tomzpc: Sec. 524, Row 1
Saltzy23: Sec. 524, Row 1
Koos: Sec. 524, Row 3
Are you crazy...

Of COURSE there is....were all freaking obsessive lunitics...

[j4minard]

On the website

Hey, PA - I am going to call Monday and try to do this over the phone. Will be interesting to see where we both end up since we're getting in as newbies around the same time. Where are you hoping to be? I think I'm going to try to be around 508 or 509, even if it means a higher row, because I prefer to be closer to the plate and I also prefer the sun at my back.

[dkny330]

Add me to Sec 524, Row 4. Can't wait until opening day!!



Are you crazy...

Of COURSE there is....were all freaking obsessive lunitics...

[PA_Mets_Fan]

Are you crazy...

Of COURSE there is....were all freaking obsessive lunitics...

Sorry. I looked through the thread and didn't see it.

[PA_Mets_Fan]

Hey, PA - I am going to call Monday and try to do this over the phone. Will be interesting to see where we both end up since we're getting in as newbies around the same time. Where are you hoping to be? I think I'm going to try to be around 508 or 509, even if it means a higher row, because I prefer to be closer to the plate and I also prefer the sun at my back.

I was thinking an outfield PR Box (424 - 428) would be 1st, the
Inf Prom, then low row Outfield Prom.

[PA_Mets_Fan]

Which current stadium would be the closest comparison to CF for seat reference?

[nymdan]

Which current stadium would be the closest comparison to CF for seat reference?
The structure of Citi's decks is almost identical to Citizens Bank Park's.

[Perseus71]

So it sounds like there are some strong rumors that the 15 game partial plans will not have the option for playoff tickets? If that's the case, I may just goto Stubhub for any Mets tickets and forgo any plan with the Mets. I really hope this isn't the case...

[PA_Mets_Fan]

A week ago I sent the Mets an email about PTP's and I finally got a response back. Here is what I wrote:

...a partial ticket plan holder last year at shea told me he receiver a letter from the mets stating that they will be offering 2 - 40 game plans and 5 -15 game plans. When will this be offered to the general public for purchasing? ...

Their response:

That is correct. Partial Plans for next year will be offered to our Partial Plan holders from 2008. An offer to the public has not been released and will be determined based on availability. Thank you.

Hope this helps anyone that was wondering about PTP's

[tfc3rid]

Guys I got my relocation to 521 Row 8 about a month ago for when you update the list...

[Saltzy23]

Guys I got my relocation to 521 Row 8 about a month ago for when you update the list...
Pretty sure thats updated somewhere, I could only find the original post from Ralf...

Show of hands for a volunteer to keep an excel spreadsheet?

BTW, I guess this means that you decided to keep the account...dont worry, none of us will tell the B&C....

[tfc3rid]

Pretty sure thats updated somewhere, I could only find the original post from Ralf...

Show of hands for a volunteer to keep an excel spreadsheet?

BTW, I guess this means that you decided to keep the account...dont worry, none of us will tell the B&C....

Thanks man... Yeah I decided after all to just take it and deal with it... It should be ok.

I still want to move closer since I'm already in the IF Prom. I'll call this week before I leave for vacation...

[Kooos]

Just an FYI.....

Marketwatch is predicting Citigroup won't make it. Wonder if we'll be going to games at "JP Morgan Park" in 2010?


http://www.marketwatch.com/news/story/story.aspx?guid=%7B58fa552e-05b7-4f2e-b0f5-7dd531f414cb%7D&link=www.247wallst.com/2008/10/citigroup-c-won.html

[mandrake]

Just an FYI.....

Marketwatch is predicting Citigroup won't make it. Wonder if we'll be going to games at "JP Morgan Park" in 2010?


http://www.marketwatch.com/news/story/story.aspx?guid=%7B58fa552e-05b7-4f2e-b0f5-7dd531f414cb%7D&link=www.247wallst.com/2008/10/citigroup-c-won.html

I started a thread on this a few months ago. Somehow, it was put in the Brooklyn Dodger forum in error. A few of us went back and forth on this, but the mod blew the whistle.

I still think Citi will go under, It has been propped up by Middle East and Chinese money. The taxpayers may be propping up a corpse and we will all eat billions. Oh well.

[Saltzy23]

Just an FYI.....

Marketwatch is predicting Citigroup won't make it. Wonder if we'll be going to games at "JP Morgan Park" in 2010?


http://www.marketwatch.com/news/story/story.aspx?guid=%7B58fa552e-05b7-4f2e-b0f5-7dd531f414cb%7D&link=www.247wallst.com/2008/10/citigroup-c-won.html
WOW....

This thing is starting to look like the opening of Fenway occuring during the week of the Titanic sinking....I mean, what ELSE if this happens. (Keep in mind, that if theyre bought out the name 'Citi' may still very well exist and the naming rights would just roll over to the new proud owner. You guys got $1-2 Bil lying around?)

BUT...

2006-Game 7 loss
2007-Collapse
2008-Collapse/no playoffs-Philly winning the WS-Borderline economic depression/Citi against the ropes....

Heres to hoping none of this is an omen....although anyone wanna bet that 4/13/09 will involve a downpour at roughly 7pm EST?

[Flushing Roots]

Need some advise from you experts!
Just called the ticket office...
I had a Saturday plan last year and am looking to upgrade to STH in 2009.
My rep locked me in for sec 507 middle of row 9 - 2 seats
Said she had virtually anything in 503 from 2nd row on the aisle on up.
I can call back in a few days to make a change if I wish.
We're talking a difference of $972 for the year.
I will be selling off a large portion of these.
Looking for opinions...

[tfc3rid]

WOW....


Heres to hoping none of this is an omen....although anyone wanna bet that 4/13/09 will involve a downpour at roughly 7pm EST?

No, it will be 30 degrees with snow flurries...

[Kooos]

Need some advise from you experts!
Just called the ticket office...
I had a Saturday plan last year and am looking to upgrade to STH in 2009.
My rep locked me in for sec 507 middle of row 9 - 2 seats
Said she had virtually anything in 503 from 2nd row on the aisle on up.
I can call back in a few days to make a change if I wish.
We're talking a difference of $972 for the year.
I will be selling off a large portion of these.
Looking for opinions...


I'm a guy who prefers a low row over being a few sections closer to home, and I think 503/525 will still have pretty decent sightlines. Just make sure you get the middle of the row if possible.

[Saltzy23]

I'm a guy who prefers a low row over being a few sections closer to home, and I think 503/525 will still have pretty decent sightlines. Just make sure you get the middle of the row if possible.
I agree....the $1g difference is only worth it(to me) if I had a low row in 511-517.

I would take 503 and nag, NAG, NAG to be moved into a better location for 2010...

I guess this also means Row 1 is gonzo for 503, and that the section will be ST's...

[Saltzy23]

I wonder if Gordon is toying with the idea of selling his tickets tonight...

I mean going to a WS game is great...but those have to be worth a TON of cash right now....and who wants to see a team other than their own win the championship...

[mandrake]

I wonder if Gordon is toying with the idea of selling his tickets tonight...

I mean going to a WS game is great...but those have to be worth a TON of cash right now....and who wants to see a team other than their own win the championship...

Just ask a Yankee fan how it feels, since they saw Florida win one in 2003. A friend of mine is a true die hard Yankee fan, going to YS since 1961. With 2 out in the 9th in 2003, he got up and out quickly just so he didn't have to see the Marlins celebrate. I thought that was really low class.

In hockey, teams carry the Cup around the ice even on the road . Usually fans salute the winners with applause: a classy thing to do. (I do recall the Ranger fans throwing pennies on the ice when the Bruins won it at MSG in '72. I thought it was bush league)

As for selling the ticket tonite, I would do it in a heartbeat. Unless I was a Philly fan, I would sell the tickets and put that $$$ into next years season tickets. Right now, the cheapest seat without an auction is $1,499. Yes, I checked it over and over on stubhub.....that pays for season tickets at CITI 2009 !!!!!!!!

[Saltzy23]

Just ask a Yankee fan how it feels, since they saw Florida win one in 2003. A friend of mine is a true die hard Yankee fan, going to YS since 1961. With 2 out in the 9th in 2003, he got up and out quickly just so he didn't have to see the Marlins celebrate. I thought that was really low class.

In hockey, teams carry the Cup around the ice even on the road . Usually fans salute the winners with applause: a classy thing to do. (I do recall the Ranger fans throwing pennies on the ice when the Bruins won it at MSG in '72. I thought it was bush league)

As for selling the ticket tonite, I would do it in a heartbeat. Unless I was a Philly fan, I would sell the tickets and put that $$$ into next years season tickets. Right now, the cheapest seat without an auction is $1,499. Yes, I checked it over and over on stubhub.....that pays for season tickets at CITI 2009 !!!!!!!!
Throw in the fact that he buys tickets to sell and I guarantee his in a hotel room somewhere not knowing what to do...

Not sure where his seats are...but $3k minimum to sell tickets to a game that (being honest) he really 'shouldnt' be at....

How can he go?

[mandrake]

Throw in the fact that he buys tickets to sell and I guarantee his in a hotel room somewhere not knowing what to do...

Not sure where his seats are...but $3k minimum to sell tickets to a game that (being honest) he really 'shouldnt' be at....

How can he go?

Now if the Mets were on the road in the WS with a chance to clinch, I could see going to the game. If I were Gordon, I would dump those tickets and pay off 2009 season tickets. It's a no brainer. A WS game for a team you don't like, vs 81 games for your team, icluding OD, The Yankees, 9 games against the WS team you sold the tickets for, the other WS team in here in June. And $1,499 is the lowest price right now. After that the range is $1600 to $3675 per ticket.

I would be driving up the turnpike, headed to Citi field to pay off 2009.

[PA_Mets_Fan]

Did anyone ever try to sell packs of tickets on ebay? I never have but I was thinking that if you package a pair of tickets to a yankee game with a pair of tickets for 6 other less popular games for 600 - 650 you could get rid of some tickets you would have a hard time getting rid of and get a premium for the yankee ticket. Any thoughts?

[tomzpc]

Now if the Mets were on the road in the WS with a chance to clinch, I could see going to the game. If I were Gordon, I would dump those tickets and pay off 2009 season tickets. It's a no brainer. A WS game for a team you don't like, vs 81 games for your team, icluding OD, The Yankees, 9 games against the WS team you sold the tickets for, the other WS team in here in June. And $1,499 is the lowest price right now. After that the range is $1600 to $3675 per ticket.

I would be driving up the turnpike, headed to Citi field to pay off 2009.

LOL...I agree with all of this, although is GG just a Mets fan? I've gotten the impression that he a Yanks AND Mets fan. So these could pay for his 40 games partials for both teams.

[tomzpc]

Did anyone ever try to sell packs of tickets on ebay? I never have but I was thinking that if you package a pair of tickets to a yankee game with a pair of tickets for 6 other less popular games for 600 - 650 you could get rid of some tickets you would have a hard time getting rid of and get a premium for the yankee ticket. Any thoughts?

I haven't but I've seen others do it in years past.

[mandrake]

LOL...I agree with all of this, although is GG just a Mets fan? I've gotten the impression that he a Yanks AND Mets fan. So these could pay for his 40 games partials for both teams.

It really is a no brainer. 40 game package to Mets with probably post season rights. 40 games to Yankees with post season rights. or ONE WS GAME for a team you don't really follow, to say the least.

I would have whoofed a philly cheese steak, filled the car with cheap jersey gas, pointed the car north east and by now have given the Mets and Yankees my new found gains.

[Saltzy23]

It really is a no brainer. 40 game package to Mets with probably post season rights. 40 games to Yankees with post season rights. or ONE WS GAME for a team you don't really follow, to say the least.

I would have whoofed a philly cheese steak, filled the car with cheap jersey gas, pointed the car north east and by now have given the Mets and Yankees my new found gains.
You forgot the part where you drive around the parking lot taking out as many Phonies fans as possible before peeling outta the place for home....

[Saltzy23]

You forgot the part where you drive around the parking lot taking out as many Phonies fans as possible before peeling outta the place for home....
Wow...Philly fans are NASTY human beings....

http://philadelphia.craigslist.org/tix/895491167.html

I mean...wow...

The sick thing is it was posted by a dude, and he got 2 seats right away for his asking price...(kidding...well sorta)...

[Saltzy23]

OOOOOOOK.....I take it back...

Just kill em all...(crying)...I cant believe they are gonna win the WS...

Is this ad 'serious'...?!?

Someone get a hold of GG....we have a winning bid for his tickets!!!...

http://philadelphia.craigslist.org/tix/895473985.html

[PA_Mets_Fan]

Hey, PA - I am going to call Monday and try to do this over the phone. Will be interesting to see where we both end up since we're getting in as newbies around the same time. Where are you hoping to be? I think I'm going to try to be around 508 or 509, even if it means a higher row, because I prefer to be closer to the plate and I also prefer the sun at my back.

How did it work out for you?

[j4minard]

How did it work out for you?

Not so good. The rep was nice, and much more knowledgeable than anyone else I've talked to at the Mets thus far, but he said I have little chance at IF Prom. Would more likely get OF Prom or Prom Box. I appreciated his honesty and he completely understood that I didn't want to put down $500 nonrefundable until I get some idea of what section I'd get. Not giving up - will stay in touch regularly over next few weeks and try to persuade them to accommodate me.

[PA_Mets_Fan]

Not so good. The rep was nice, and much more knowledgeable than anyone else I've talked to at the Mets thus far, but he said I have little chance at IF Prom. Would more likely get OF Prom or Prom Box. I appreciated his honesty and he completely understood that I didn't want to put down $500 nonrefundable until I get some idea of what section I'd get. Not giving up - will stay in touch regularly over next few weeks and try to persuade them to accommodate me.

Did he give you any specifics? I called them several times before the deposit to get info about seats and no luck.

[Saltzy23]

Did he give you any specifics? I called them several times before the deposit to get info about seats and no luck.
Im 90% sure you will have a choice of 503 or 525, or a PL box along the LF facing...

So...your penance(sp...Jewish and lazy) will be one season in a section you may not be thrilled with. I dont see how you wont be able to move next year though, and your seats still hold value this year...

Curious why Flushing Roots wasnt offered 525 though?

[PA_Mets_Fan]

Im 90% sure you will have a choice of 503 or 525, or a PL box along the LF facing...

So...your penance(sp...Jewish and lazy) will be one season in a section you may not be thrilled with. I dont see how you wont be able to move next year though, and your seats still hold value this year...

Curious why Flushing Roots wasnt offered 525 though?

Yeah after reading through the thread I feel pretty confident that 503 or 525 (hopefully low row :) ) would be open. I would go for a Prom Box (424 - 429) but who knows how their resale value would be and I'm not looking at taking a huge hit because I couldn't get most of my $ back.

[Kooos]

Im 90% sure you will have a choice of 503 or 525, or a PL box along the LF facing...

So...your penance(sp...Jewish and lazy) will be one season in a section you may not be thrilled with. I dont see how you wont be able to move next year though, and your seats still hold value this year...

Curious why Flushing Roots wasnt offered 525 though?



So are you thinkin they'll be a STH shakeout after the 09 season?

It's occurred to me that either the economy will hit some people hard next year or a portion of the STH's who were "scared" into buying their plans because they were worried they'd never get tix again, will realize seats are still available in the secondary market and non-renew next fall?

[j4minard]

Did he give you any specifics? I called them several times before the deposit to get info about seats and no luck.

No, no specifics yet. But I believed him that he'll keep in touch - seemed like a good guy.

[Saltzy23]

So are you thinkin they'll be a STH shakeout after the 09 season?

It's occurred to me that either the economy will hit some people hard next year or a portion of the STH's who were "scared" into buying their plans because they were worried they'd never get tix again, will realize seats are still available in the secondary market and non-renew next fall?
Maybe the uneducated folk...but 'our people' realize this is just to ensure access to playoff games forever...

Right? We've gone over this enough. You new guys get that right? Pretty much everyone here agrees that individual tickets will be around next year at or near face....you should only be doing this right now to ensure tickets to BIG games/playoff games forever...

There really will be easier ways to get in if you just want a game here or there....ST's are the only way to make sure youll see a playoff game before you die for less than $250....

[j4minard]

Maybe the uneducated folk...but 'our people' realize this is just to ensure access to playoff games forever...

Right? We've gone over this enough. You new guys get that right? Pretty much everyone here agrees that individual tickets will be around next year at or near face....you should only be doing this right now to ensure tickets to BIG games/playoff games forever...

There really will be easier ways to get in if you just want a game here or there....ST's are the only way to make sure youll see a playoff game before you die for less than $250....

Yep, that's the motivation.

[Saltzy23]

Yep, that's the motivation.
See Kooos....

They get it....:)

[PA_Mets_Fan]

Maybe the uneducated folk...but 'our people' realize this is just to ensure access to playoff games forever...

Right? We've gone over this enough. You new guys get that right? Pretty much everyone here agrees that individual tickets will be around next year at or near face....you should only be doing this right now to ensure tickets to BIG games/playoff games forever...

There really will be easier ways to get in if you just want a game here or there....ST's are the only way to make sure youll see a playoff game before you die for less than $250....

So how many games a year do you go to Saltzy23?

[Kooos]

Maybe the uneducated folk...but 'our people' realize this is just to ensure access to playoff games forever...

Right? We've gone over this enough. You new guys get that right? Pretty much everyone here agrees that individual tickets will be around next year at or near face....you should only be doing this right now to ensure tickets to BIG games/playoff games forever...

There really will be easier ways to get in if you just want a game here or there....ST's are the only way to make sure youll see a playoff game before you die for less than $250....



Well, you know you and I are on the same page on most of this (I'd also add that I think summer weekend games will be a tough ticket if the team is competitive).

I'm just wondering about the prospects of upgrading seats next year. In order to be able to upgrade, they'll need to be some drop-outs.....no?

[Saltzy23]

So how many games a year do you go to Saltzy23?
This year I went absolutley crazy...

Mets games-over 50....(I think its something like 52-55)
Yankees games-about 10-15(plus All-Star Game)

Plus I also took a trip to Washington and Philly to see the Mets this year....

:cry:

Only 5 1/2 months to go....

(kill me)

[Saltzy23]

Well, you know you and I are on the same page on most of this (I'd also add that I think summer weekend games will be a tough ticket if the team is competitive).

I'm just wondering about the prospects of upgrading seats next year. In order to be able to upgrade, they'll need to be some drop-outs.....no?
Some people will upgrade/drop out. No way there arent cracks and crevices that form with 10,000 seats. Plus its not like tenure matters at ALL....just keep nagging the CRAP out of your rep...

Granted this was at Shea, but my seats this year were in UD Sec 25 until I called 2x a day and my rep INCREDIBLY found 2 in UD Sec 3, low row, two off the aisle...

Its pretty clear. If you take whats given you wont get anywhere. You HAVE to be abrasive to get what you want with this Box Office. Just ask Ralf and a few others. Pretty sure my rep hates me....I care too. Really I do...

Never get in the way of a Jew with OCD when it comes to such matters as $ and baseball...

[tomzpc]

Im 90% sure you will have a choice of 503 or 525, or a PL box along the LF facing...

So...your penance(sp...Jewish and lazy) will be one season in a section you may not be thrilled with. I dont see how you wont be able to move next year though, and your seats still hold value this year...

Curious why Flushing Roots wasnt offered 525 though?

I'm still being told that NOBODY is being offered 525. I'm also told that while 503 is available, most of 504, including all of the lower rows are not available.

Who knows.

[PA_Mets_Fan]

This year I went absolutley crazy...

Mets games-over 50....(I think its something like 52-55)
Yankees games-about 10-15(plus All-Star Game)

Plus I also took a trip to Washington and Philly to see the Mets this year....

:cry:

Only 5 1/2 months to go....

(kill me)

Wow I guess you did go to alot of games. I'm sure that is not the case for at least half STH's. Right?

[Saltzy23]

Wow I guess you did go to alot of games. I'm sure that is not the case for at least half STH's. Right?
Probably more...

I work on 45th and 6th(and am free to show up/leave whenever I want), so its perhaps the greatest setup that a lunatic like myself can get.

On gamedays I get in at like 10-10:30....work till 6-6:30....and walk 2 blocks to the 7 express....

On the way out of the game its the 7 SUPER express to Bryant Park(perhaps Gods greatest invention), BDFV down one stop, PATH home....I dont think I got home later than 1130-12 all season...

Next year the other 1/2 of the game actually are resellable though for those that dont go to as many games as I do...so even I may go to less. I just couldnt deal with eating any games no one else wanted....and why I HATE hearing people say we're greedy(or whatever) for having ST's....

[j4minard]

This year I went absolutley crazy...

Mets games-over 50....(I think its something like 52-55)
Yankees games-about 10-15(plus All-Star Game)

Plus I also took a trip to Washington and Philly to see the Mets this year....

:cry:

Only 5 1/2 months to go....

(kill me)

Wow - I am unworthy of even reading this thread anymore, let alone chiming in. That is impressive.

[PA_Mets_Fan]

This year I went absolutley crazy...

Mets games-over 50....(I think its something like 52-55)
Yankees games-about 10-15(plus All-Star Game)

Plus I also took a trip to Washington and Philly to see the Mets this year....

:cry:

Only 5 1/2 months to go....

(kill me)

Speaking of All Star games, I read the 2013 All Star Game will be at Citifield. STH's would get priority for that also right?

[Saltzy23]

Wow - I am unworthy of even reading this thread anymore, let alone chiming in. That is impressive.
Thank God every day you dont have AD/HD-OCD....

I woke up a few nights ago mid-dream wondering about how the railing will obstruct my view....

Yup...

(at least it latched itself onto something I love, and love to be at and something that has fostered great friendships and keeps me busy 6 months a year,.... and not onto me scrubbing the shower 100x a day, right?)

[Saltzy23]

Speaking of All Star games, I read the 2013 All Star Game will be at Citifield. STH's would get priority for that also right?
Thats the word...

We should, but Ill bet we dont get 'our' seats...

I already owe the other ticket to my (Yanks fan)friend that got us in this year for face value...

[citifaithful]

Thank God every day you dont have AD/HD-OCD....

I woke up a few nights ago mid-dream wondering about how the railing will obstruct my view....

Yup...

(at least it latched itself onto something I love, and love to be at and something that has fostered great friendships and keeps me busy 6 months a year,.... and not onto me scrubbing the shower 100x a day, right?)

Ha. Nicely put.

[Kooos]

I'm still being told that NOBODY is being offered 525. I'm also told that while 503 is available, most of 504, including all of the lower rows are not available.

Who knows.


I emailed my rep last month about 525 and got no response.

[j4minard]

Ha. Nicely put.

If life were fair the team would issue some sort of rewards card to all ST holders that you get scanned when you enter the turnstile. At the end of the year, priority for upgrading seats would be based on # of games attended to reward the fans like saltzy who put in all that time and effort (and suffering) instead of selling most of their tickets.

[Astros]

If life were fair the team would issue some sort of rewards card to all ST holders that you get scanned when you enter the turnstile. At the end of the year, priority for upgrading seats would be based on # of games attended to reward the fans like saltzy who put in all that time and effort (and suffering) instead of selling most of their tickets.

They are supposed to keep a line of seniority based on account number which will give them a date of acquisition of seats. At least...that is the way I know it has been done elsewhere with the same season ticketing system that the Mets have.

[Saltzy23]

If life were fair the team would issue some sort of rewards card to all ST holders that you get scanned when you enter the turnstile. At the end of the year, priority for upgrading seats would be based on # of games attended to reward the fans like saltzy who put in all that time and effort (and suffering) instead of selling most of their tickets.
Dont cry for me. Karma always plays out in the end. I have the 2 seats I want for the rest of my life...

Even hypothetically if I start making the REAL money(my boss is almost 60....ya never know) I will never give these seats up...

What Ive always said is that for playoff games there should be a questioniare. If you cant name the starting pitcher and at least 3-4 players in the starting lineup you dont get in...season tickets or no...

[Flushing Roots]

Im 90% sure you will have a choice of 503 or 525, or a PL box along the LF facing...

So...your penance(sp...Jewish and lazy) will be one season in a section you may not be thrilled with. I dont see how you wont be able to move next year though, and your seats still hold value this year...

Curious why Flushing Roots wasnt offered 525 though? Didn't ask... I prefer the right side of the field.
By the way, if you are a partial plan holder and you call they will set you up now for ST. You don't have to wait for the next letter.

Think I'm going for 507 row 9 instead of 503. Seats in 503 are down lower but further from the plate. I also saw some view obstructions from the 503 section down low.

Anyone know any good ticket brokers in Northern or Central NJ? I plan to unload alot of tix and I would rather perform the transactions in person and not over the internet. Any recommendations?

[Ralf]

Didn't ask... I prefer the right side of the field.
By the way, if you are a partial plan holder and you call they will set you up now for ST. You don't have to wait for the next letter.

Think I'm going for 507 row 9 instead of 503. Seats in 503 are down lower but further from the plate. I also saw some view obstructions from the 503 section down low.

Anyone know any good ticket brokers in Northern or Central NJ? I plan to unload alot of tix and I would rather perform the transactions in person and not over the internet. Any recommendations?

Thats not highly desirable location. I doubt many ticket brokers bite until the season starts and they see where the market is.

[Gary Dunaier]

If you cant name the starting pitcher and at least 3-4 players in the starting lineup you dont get in...season tickets or no...

1B - Who
2B - What
3B - I Don't Know
LF - Why
CF - Because
RF - Naturally
C - Today
SS - I Don't Give A Darn
P - Tomorrow

:applaud:

[GordonGecko]

I'm in a bind, need some advice. Here I am sitting in my hotel room drying off back from game 5. One guy has offered me 1K for my two tickets to the last 3.5 innings to be played tomorrow or whenever it stops raining. What would you guys do, take the money or wait out the rain. I need to eventually get back to work, and Phillies fans are really creeping me out haha

[PA_Mets_Fan]

I'm in a bind, need some advice. Here I am sitting in my hotel room drying off back from game 5. One guy has offered me 1K for my two tickets to the last 3.5 innings to be played tomorrow or whenever it stops raining. What would you guys do, take the money or wait out the rain. I need to eventually get back to work, and Phillies fans are really creeping me out haha

I would have sold them yesterday so go for it man.

[Gary Dunaier]

I'm in a bind, need some advice. Here I am sitting in my hotel room drying off back from game 5. One guy has offered me 1K for my two tickets to the last 3.5 innings to be played tomorrow or whenever it stops raining. What would you guys do, take the money or wait out the rain. I need to eventually get back to work, and Phillies fans are really creeping me out haha

How badly do you need the money?

How badly do you want to be there if the Phillies win the World Series?

Which is more important to you?

Answer that question and you'll know what to do.

[ThoseBackPages]

I'm in a bind, need some advice. Here I am sitting in my hotel room drying off back from game 5. One guy has offered me 1K for my two tickets to the last 3.5 innings to be played tomorrow or whenever it stops raining. What would you guys do, take the money or wait out the rain. I need to eventually get back to work, and Phillies fans are really creeping me out haha

Greed is good.

Take the cash.

[Saltzy23]

I'm in a bind, need some advice. Here I am sitting in my hotel room drying off back from game 5. One guy has offered me 1K for my two tickets to the last 3.5 innings to be played tomorrow or whenever it stops raining. What would you guys do, take the money or wait out the rain. I need to eventually get back to work, and Phillies fans are really creeping me out haha
Wait..so you mean you can say you saw 5 full innings of a World Series Game 5....and STILL made $1g....

Dude...SELL THE TICKETS....

If it were a Game 7 I would say its a tough call, but $1g for three innings, where "best case scenerio" is watching the Phils win the championship, and worst is watching the Rays force a game 6?...

If anything this was a God send for you....who the hell gets to see 5 innings of the World Series and profiteer from it?

[tugger]

!!!!!!!!!!

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3177/2980975324_385b2df11d_o.jpg

[peterrod16]

I'm in a bind, need some advice. Here I am sitting in my hotel room drying off back from game 5. One guy has offered me 1K for my two tickets to the last 3.5 innings to be played tomorrow or whenever it stops raining. What would you guys do, take the money or wait out the rain. I need to eventually get back to work, and Phillies fans are really creeping me out haha

As you Financial advisor i would like to say SELL!
If someone is willing to pay you 1K take it.
Also if the philly fans are creppping you out now wait untill they clinch.
Personally i would to have 1K in my pocket and watch the game in my warm apt.
Forecast tonight showers and windy 40 degrees
Wednesday 45 degrees cloudy.