As the NHL playoffs heat up, hockey fans are eagerly awaiting the chance to witness the ultimate showdown: the Stanley Cup Final. However, for many, the dream of attending the championship series may come at a steep price - literally. With ticket prices skyrocketing, the cost of attending the Stanley Cup Final could be enough to wipe out a life savings. As tickets go on sale soon, fans are bracing themselves for a potentially crippling financial hit, with prices expected to exceed thousands of dollars per seat. Can the thrill of the game be worth the financial risk?

Will going to Stanley Cup Final cost your life savings? Tickets on sale ... soon  Raleigh News & Observer