If you're eager to catch a Toronto Maple Leafs game this season, you might need to rethink your budget. Rent and groceries might take a hit if you're planning on attending!

On Wednesday, the buzz was palpable as Leafs tickets for the upcoming season hit the market, with fans racing to grab whatever they could. But the experience was soon overshadowed by frustration as ticket prices skyrocketed.

Leafs tickets have always come at a premium, and it looks like that trend is here to stay. Social media has been abuzz, especially about the highly anticipated matchup on January 23, when Mitch Marner's new Vegas Golden Knights make their way to Toronto.

Want to attend this blockbuster game? Prepare to shell out over $500 per ticket after all the fees.

Just How Much Do Leafs Tickets Cost?

We did the digging to bring you the ticket prices for various games throughout the season, highlighting some key matchups to give you an idea of what to expect.

Here’s a snapshot of the cheapest non-obstructed tickets currently listed on Ticketmaster:

- **Wednesday, Oct. 8 vs. Montreal (Home Opener):** $360.30 - **Saturday, Oct. 18 vs. Seattle:** $171.85 - **Saturday, Dec. 6 vs. Montreal:** $336.75 - **Friday, Jan. 23 vs. Vegas:** $421.75 - **Tuesday, Jan. 27 vs. Buffalo:** $146.10 - **Friday, March 20 vs. Carolina:** $242.55 - **Wednesday, March 25 vs. New York Rangers:** $171.85

As mentioned, the game against the Golden Knights seems to be the priciest showdown on the calendar.

With such high demand for Leafs games, the waiting list for season tickets is currently closed. Last season, the Leafs consistently sold out every game, with an impressive average of 18,829 tickets sold per night.

As stated on their website: "Due to overwhelming demand, we are not actively adding people to the Toronto Maple Leafs Waitlist." Get ready to plan your game attendance wisely!