Which fandom is cheaper: New York Rangers or New York Islanders?

New York Rangers and New York Islanders are effectively tied on monthly cost in their home markets.

Why does the New York Rangers vs New York Islanders gap exist?

New York Islanders typically needs 2 services versus 2 for New York Rangers, and local-market rights are usually the main driver of the gap.

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New York Rangers vs New York Islanders

Which fandom costs more to stream?

NHL

New York Rangers

$112

/mo

2 services · $1008/yr

Cheaper

NHL

New York Islanders

$112

/mo

2 services · $1008/yr

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

Why the gap exists

Setup complexity

New York Islanders usually asks for 2 services versus 2 for New York Rangers. That is often the first sign the pricier fandom has more rights fragmentation.

League context

New York Rangers ranks #14 in NHL and sits $6 above the league average. New York Islanders ranks #13 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: NEW YORK for New York Rangers and NEW YORK for New York Islanders.
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.