Which fandom is cheaper: Edmonton Oilers or Calgary Flames?

Edmonton Oilers and Calgary Flames are effectively tied on monthly cost in their home markets.

Why does the Edmonton Oilers vs Calgary Flames gap exist?

Calgary Flames typically needs 2 services versus 2 for Edmonton Oilers, and local-market rights are usually the main driver of the gap.

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Edmonton Oilers vs Calgary Flames

Which fandom costs more to stream?

NHL

Edmonton Oilers

$100

/mo

2 services · $900/yr

Cheaper

NHL

Calgary Flames

$100

/mo

2 services · $900/yr

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

Why the gap exists

Setup complexity

Calgary Flames usually asks for 2 services versus 2 for Edmonton Oilers. That is often the first sign the pricier fandom has more rights fragmentation.

League context

Edmonton Oilers ranks #19 in NHL and sits $6 below the league average. Calgary Flames ranks #18 in NHL and sits $6 below the league average.

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Last reviewed April 4, 2026

Both baselines use each team's home market: BILLINGS for Edmonton Oilers and BILLINGS for Calgary Flames.
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.