Best insider tip for SAP Center?

SAP Center is a venue in or near San Jose that is most often used for Hockey

Bring ear plugs! SAP Center aka The Shark Tank is well-known as one of the loudest areas in the National Hockey League. Save yourself from unnecessary headaches and hearing loss by BYO earplugs. Shhh.

On occasions when tickets are released for day-of-game sales, the random numbered wristband lottery system will be instituted to determine the first person in line. For evening games, numbered wristbands will be distributed from 10-11 a.m. At 11:30 a.m., the "first” position will be selected in a lottery drawing with all other positions following in sequential order. Tickets go on sale at Noon. For afternoon games, wristbands will be passed out from 8-9 a.m. with the "first” position being selected at 9:30 a.m. Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Please note: possession of a wristband doesn't guarantee a ticket.