Which fandom is cheaper: Chicago Blackhawks or Boston Bruins?

Chicago Blackhawks and Boston Bruins are effectively tied on monthly cost in their home markets.

Why does the Chicago Blackhawks vs Boston Bruins gap exist?

Boston Bruins typically needs 2 services versus 2 for Chicago Blackhawks, and local-market rights are usually the main driver of the gap.

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Chicago Blackhawks vs Boston Bruins

Which fandom costs more to stream?

NHL

Chicago Blackhawks

$112

/mo

2 services · $1008/yr

Cheaper

NHL

Boston Bruins

$112

/mo

2 services · $1008/yr

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

Why the gap exists

Setup complexity

Boston Bruins usually asks for 2 services versus 2 for Chicago Blackhawks. That is often the first sign the pricier fandom has more rights fragmentation.

League context

Chicago Blackhawks ranks #4 in NHL and sits $6 above the league average. Boston Bruins ranks #1 in NHL and sits $6 above the league average.

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How we built this page

Last reviewed April 4, 2026

Both baselines use each team's home market: CHICAGO for Chicago Blackhawks and BOSTON (MANCHESTER) for Boston Bruins.
The gap reflects both 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.