ALCS Tickets
ALCS Tickets
Secure your American League Championship Series tickets today. The ALCS is the best of the seven elimination games played to crown the victor of the American League in Major League Baseball. This game features the two winners from the American League Division Series games. The winner of the ALCS moves on to the matchup against the National League Championship Series in the MLB World Series. MLB currently has two different divisions, the National and American leagues. While the pitcher in the NL has to be included in the batting order, a designated hitter (DH) is used in the AL. The winner of the ALCS wins the American League pennant. American League Championship Series tickets sell out quickly, so be sure to buy yours through TicketSmarter to avoid missing out on America’s Game.
The ALCS started in 1969 when there was a recognized two divisions, the East and the West. When the league expanded in 1994, a Wild Card game was added to the MLB Postseason. A total of 15 teams are in the American League and two of them will face off against each other in the ALCS round. After the conclusion of play and a winner is decided, the William Harridge Trophy is then awarded to the ALCS champion. This is also known as the American League pennant. Starting in 1980, the American League started to award the LCS MVP known as the Lee MacPhail. The New York Yankees has the most number of ALCS appearances at 17 with 11 wins. The Oakland Athletics is second with 11 appearances and six wins. Every current team of the American League has played in the ALCS.
How much are ALCS tickets?
ALCS tickets will vary based on the opponent and how late it is in the season. A divisional rivalry game or playoff game will be the most expensive. For cheap ALCS tickets, look at the upper sections in the stadium.
ALCS Ticket Prices:
- Average Price: $95 per ticket
- Cheap Ticket Options: Tickets start at $18 in the outfield or upper deck of the stadium
- VIP Seating: Premium tickets cost over $375 for the best views
When do ALCS tickets go on sale?
Tickets typically go on sale around November, right after the World Series has ended. If you are looking for playoff tickets, those will go on sale right before the postseason begins.
When is the best time to buy ALCS tickets?
- Last-minute tickets: We have last-minute ticket options in most sections available up until first pitch. Tickets bought closer to game time may be cheaper too.
- Tickets to sold-out games: Even if a game is sold out at the primary box office, we often have seats available.
- Spring Training tickets: Spring Training games are typically played in smaller stadiums in Arizona or Florida. It’s wise to plan ahead on these purchases especially if you are organizing a trip.
- MLB Playoff tickets: Tickets to the postseason are in high demand, so you will want to buy these as soon as possible to see your team compete for a title.
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