As many of you know, the NHL is currently based in Salt Lake City.
Temporarily referred to as the “Utah Hockey Club,” the team needs little introduction to avid and amateur hockey fans.
Whether they've been soccer-loving since childhood or have only become interested in the sport due to recent events, many in this vibrant state are excited about their newfound interest in the sport.
Utah residents have a lot of pride for their favorite teams, and that fanatical energy will no doubt transfer over to the Yetis/Mammoths/Outlaws.
It's a brand new franchise, so there's no worry or stress when becoming a new fan.
There is no choice to be a bandwagon fan because there is no bandwagon to jump on.
Year one for fans is all about proving their loyalty from the get-go.
There are plenty of opportunities for you to become the Utah hockey club's most passionate fan.
No one can accuse or blame you for following the crowd if you have a logo on the background screen of your computer.
No one would be able to tell you weren't a true fan if you were wearing a replica sweater and a new hat purchased directly from the Delta Center.
If you want to be one of the original Die Hards, no one can stop you, no one can compete with you, this is your team with a fresh history that can grow with you.
Now, that being said, the key for any new self-described “avid fans” is to attend as many games as possible, at least the ones that matter.
At this point, no game is more important than Utah's home opener against the Chicago Blackhawks on Oct. 8.Number.
Not only will this be the home ice debut of the newest NHL team, but it will also be broadcast on ESPN as a triple-header of NHL opening games in North America.
This is next to where the defending champion Florida Panthers are raising the flag before taking on the Bruins and where the Blues are taking on the Seattle Kraken.
No doubt, this will lead to a big boost in ratings and an overall excited atmosphere.
He will “technically” be able to attend the Utah Hockey Club's first game on September 23rd at the Delta Center.rdPreseason game against the Los Angeles Kings.
That game, preseason or not, will be very entertaining, but most fans would agree it won't have the same excitement as the season opener against Chicago.
The preseason games will be forgotten, but the regular season opener will be remembered forever.
For new enthusiasts, the game is a hot topic, but unfortunately for many, the price reflects that.
As of now, ticket prices for the season opener against Chicago start at $263 a ticket, according to Seat Geek, the hockey club's official ticketing partner.
The idea of having a full hockey rink in full view at the Delta Center, a stadium built for basketball, has already been nixed.
So when it comes to section 135, row 16, fans might be a little wary that even though they've paid $263 to see the action, their seats may only offer a limited view of the ice.
It would be a shame to pay good money to experience the UHC atmosphere only to have your seat half-obstructed and miss Clayton Keller's slap line or Mikhail Sergachev's body check.
Thankfully, Seat Geek doesn't designate it as a “limited view” area, like the corner seat in section 15, row 21, which will save you $560 off your wallet.
The top tier of bowls start at $263 and go up to $909, with prices ranging from there.
If you want to get a closer look at the action, don't worry: you can sit in row 23 behind the penalty box for $1,010 per person.
Currently, the cheapest tickets for lower seating are in Section 4, Row 24, with prices starting at $469.00.
For section 1, row 23, the cost for a spot directly behind the net is currently $525.
If you're curious about the top price tag for an already pricey event, someone is listing seats on the ice in row seven for $4,040 each, which Seat Geek rates as a 0.2 on price.
If you are put off by “bargain” prices I strongly advise you not to look on the South side, it's much worse. Much worse.
Remember, all listed seats you find while browsing the marketplace are verified resale tickets.
Individual tickets will not go on sale until this Friday, the 12th.Number 10:00 a.m. Utah time.
As depressing as it may be, there's a slim chance that admission prices will calm down completely come Friday.
You shouldn't expect tickets to such a historic event to be cheap, but anything a little cheaper would go a long way.
It may be your goal to get there, but at this price, no one will be able to tell you you're not a fan, even if the first game is two weeks after opening day.
