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QUOTE (LittleHurt05 @ Jan 27, 2011 -> 11:06 AM) There are still are enough people and/or corporations that can afford to go that lets the owners keep the prices where they are. The fact is people still go, so they don't have a reason to lower them. It sucks for a lot of people that can't but in the end its still a business. I might also add that a Sox game outing (family of four) is much, much cheaper than a Bears, Bulls or Hawks game. I know that it's still not cheap on a relative basis but I do think that by using Stub Hub and maybe being a little creative with the calendar (don't aim for just Saturday/Sunday games), one can get his/her family to the games for a reasonable price all in. Of course, you have to want to be there to rationalize the expenditure. I have found my trips to the ballpark with my family to be well worthwhile - great baseball and more importantly, great memories with my wife and kids.

Anyone have any idea as to what attendance level would be required to "justify" a $125MM payroll in the eyes of ownership? 2.5MM? 2.75MM? What is the all time high for Sox attendance? I'd have to guess that 2006 would be it.

QUOTE (ChrisLikesBaseball @ Jan 26, 2011 -> 11:53 AM) I'm under the impression that they begin shipping in early March. That said, I can't wait! This is the first season that I'll get that beautiful package in the mail. I'm extremely excited! There's really nothing like that feeling. I can't even bring myself to throw away the box in which the tickets arrive. I have them all for the past several years in my closet - completely empty!

QUOTE (NorthSideSox72 @ Jan 26, 2011 -> 08:18 AM) Usually they go out in March, I'd be shocked if they were coming out now. Welcome to the Board! Thanks! Long time lurker and glad to be here.

Did anyone get their seats upgraded?