Which team is cheaper to watch: San Jose Sharks or Pittsburgh Penguins?

San Jose Sharks and Pittsburgh Penguins are effectively tied on monthly cost in their home markets.

Why does the San Jose Sharks vs Pittsburgh Penguins gap exist?

Pittsburgh Penguins typically needs 2 services versus 2 for San Jose Sharks, and local-market rights are usually the main driver of the gap.

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San Jose Sharks vs Pittsburgh Penguins

Which team costs more to watch?

NHL

San Jose Sharks

$100

/mo

2 services · $900/yr

Cheaper

NHL

Pittsburgh Penguins

$100

/mo

2 services · $900/yr

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

Why the gap exists

Setup complexity

Pittsburgh Penguins usually asks for 2 services versus 2 for San Jose Sharks. That is often the first sign the pricier team has more rights fragmentation.

League context

San Jose Sharks ranks #25 in NHL and sits $6 below the league average. Pittsburgh Penguins ranks #24 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: SAN FRANCISCO - OAK - SAN JOSE for San Jose Sharks and PITTSBURGH for Pittsburgh Penguins.
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.