The Arizona Diamondbacks are in free fall. By virtue of another dominant display, the Philadelphia Phillies dispatched the Diamondbacks 10-0 in yesterday’s National League Championship Series Game 2 in the city of brotherly love. The win came thanks to a great effort by Aaron Nola on the mound and hits by Kyle Schwarber and Trea Turner. Rob Thomson’s team now leads the Championship Series 2-0 with 3 games in the pipeline, but its impact is already being felt.
While the Phillies’ victory might have been on the cards, it seems like their brutal display has left the opposition fans disheartened. Right after the results, the ticket prices plummeted massively for Game 3 in Phoenix. Although the depth of the fall left many surprised.
Who’s got the Arizona Diamondbacks’ backs?
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Ticket prices for Diamondbacks games are dropping right along with the team’s fortunes. Arizona Diamondbacks’ Game 3 ticket prices in Phoenix dropped 90% to a mere $15 after yesterday’s humiliating 10-0 loss. More contrasting is the fact that for Game 1 in Philadelphia between these two teams, the ticket prices peaked at a staggering $467. Now that’s a shocker!
The ‘Get-in’ price for Game 3 of the NLCS in Phoenix has plummeted by 90% to just $15 after the #Dbacks’10-0 defeat in Game 2, per TickPick.
The ‘get-in” price for Game 1 in Philadelphia was $467.— Bob Nightengale (@BNightengale) October 18, 2023
While it is not a shocker that ticket prices can fluctuate in the world of MLB, this level of disparity in prices has left fans shocked. The passionate support of Philadelphia’s fanbase has been a major factor in the team’s unprecedented level of success. Even though tickets are expensive, these die-hard fans continue to fill Citizens Bank Park every game.
However, it appears that the D-backs fan base is more prone to the flow of their team’s play. There is a delicate balance between fan devotion and the need for results, as evidenced by the sudden drop in price after two games. Diamondbacks fans and their support rise and fall in line with the team’s fortunes. But there’s also another perspective to consider.
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Deteriorating ticket prices could prove to be a silver lining?
The declining ticket prices can also serve as a silver lining. The price drop is a grand chance for casual fans and those on a tight budget. Tickets to championship games can be exorbitant due to demand. Those who might not have been able to attend such an event in person before can now do so for a fraction. It levels the playing field so that more people can enjoy watching a baseball championship.
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This unprecedented fall in prices reflects both the impact of a disappointing loss and the complex relationship between fan loyalty and team performance. It’s a great way to gauge fan opinion and examine the dynamics. Diamondbacks’ fans were struggling with uncertainty after a crushing setback. Meanwhile, the Phillies’ high prices and loyal support remain unabated. The cost of a ticket can reveal a lot about the expectations and loyalty of a fanbase. Are low ticket prices a motivating factor for you? Let us know!
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