Which team is cheaper to watch: Florida Panthers or Montreal Canadiens?

Florida Panthers and Montreal Canadiens are effectively tied on monthly cost in their home markets.

Why does the Florida Panthers vs Montreal Canadiens gap exist?

Montreal Canadiens typically needs 2 services versus 3 for Florida Panthers, and local-market rights are usually the main driver of the gap.

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Florida Panthers vs Montreal Canadiens

Which team costs more to watch?

NHL

Florida Panthers

$100

/mo

3 services · $900/yr

Cheaper

NHL

Montreal Canadiens

$100

/mo

2 services · $900/yr

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

Why the gap exists

Setup complexity

Montreal Canadiens usually asks for 2 services versus 3 for Florida Panthers. That is often the first sign the pricier team has more rights fragmentation.

League context

Florida Panthers ranks #20 in NHL and sits $6 below the league average. Montreal Canadiens ranks #21 in NHL and sits $6 below 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: MIAMI - FT. LAUDERDALE for Florida Panthers and BURLINGTON - PLATTSBURGH for Montreal Canadiens.
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.