Which team is cheaper to watch: Washington Capitals or Anaheim Ducks?

Anaheim Ducks is cheaper by about $12/month in this home-market comparison.

Why does the Washington Capitals vs Anaheim Ducks gap exist?

Washington Capitals typically needs 2 services versus 3 for Anaheim Ducks, and local-market rights are usually the main driver of the gap.

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Washington Capitals vs Anaheim Ducks

Which team costs more to watch?

NHL

Washington Capitals

$112

/mo

2 services · $1008/yr

NHL

Anaheim Ducks

$100

/mo

3 services · $900/yr

Cheaper

Washington Capitals fans pay $12/mo more

That's $144/year more than Anaheim Ducks fans

Why the gap exists

Setup complexity

Washington Capitals usually asks for 2 services versus 3 for Anaheim Ducks. That is often the first sign the pricier team has more rights fragmentation.

League context

Washington Capitals ranks #16 in NHL and sits $6 above the league average. Anaheim Ducks ranks #17 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: WASHINGTON, DC (HAGRSTWN) for Washington Capitals and LOS ANGELES for Anaheim Ducks.
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.