Which team is cheaper to watch: Carolina Hurricanes or Chicago Blackhawks?

Carolina Hurricanes and Chicago Blackhawks are effectively tied on monthly cost in their home markets.

Why does the Carolina Hurricanes vs Chicago Blackhawks gap exist?

Chicago Blackhawks 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 Chicago Blackhawks

Which team costs more to watch?

NHL

Carolina Hurricanes

$112

/mo

2 services · $1008/yr

Cheaper

NHL

Chicago Blackhawks

$112

/mo

2 services · $1008/yr

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

Why the gap exists

Setup complexity

Chicago Blackhawks 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. Chicago Blackhawks ranks #4 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 CHICAGO for Chicago Blackhawks.
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.