Which team is cheaper to watch: Los Angeles Kings or Chicago Blackhawks?

Los Angeles Kings and Chicago Blackhawks are effectively tied on monthly cost in their home markets.

Why does the Los Angeles Kings vs Chicago Blackhawks gap exist?

Chicago Blackhawks typically needs 4 services versus 4 for Los Angeles Kings, and local-market rights are usually the main driver of the gap.

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Los Angeles Kings vs Chicago Blackhawks

Which team costs more to watch?

NHL

Los Angeles Kings

$116

/mo

4 services · $1048/yr

Cheaper

NHL

Chicago Blackhawks

$116

/mo

4 services · $1048/yr

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

Why the gap exists

Setup complexity

Chicago Blackhawks usually asks for 4 services versus 4 for Los Angeles Kings. That is often the first sign the pricier team has more rights fragmentation.

League context

Los Angeles Kings ranks #6 in NHL and sits $15 above the league average. Chicago Blackhawks ranks #5 in NHL and sits $15 above the league average.

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How we checked the math

Last reviewed July 20, 2026

Both baselines use each team's home market: LOS ANGELES for Los Angeles Kings and CHICAGO for Chicago Blackhawks.
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.