Which team is cheaper to watch: Carolina Hurricanes or Buffalo Sabres?

Carolina Hurricanes and Buffalo Sabres are effectively tied on monthly cost in their home markets.

Why does the Carolina Hurricanes vs Buffalo Sabres gap exist?

Buffalo Sabres typically needs 2 services versus 2 for Carolina Hurricanes, and local-market rights are usually the main driver of the gap.

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Carolina Hurricanes vs Buffalo Sabres

Which team costs more to watch?

NHL

Carolina Hurricanes

$112

/mo

2 services · $1008/yr

Cheaper

NHL

Buffalo Sabres

$112

/mo

2 services · $1008/yr

It's basically a tie! Both cost about the same.

Why the gap exists

Setup complexity

Buffalo Sabres usually asks for 2 services versus 2 for Carolina Hurricanes. That is often the first sign the pricier team has more rights fragmentation.

League context

Carolina Hurricanes ranks #3 in NHL and sits $6 above the league average. Buffalo Sabres ranks #2 in NHL and sits $6 above the league average.

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How we checked the math

Last reviewed April 4, 2026

Both baselines use each team's home market: RALEIGH - DURHAM (FAYETVLLE) for Carolina Hurricanes and BUFFALO for Buffalo Sabres.
The gap reflects monthly price and service count, so similar headline prices can still hide setup complexity.
Use the calculator if you follow both teams or live outside either home market.