Forbes: NHL franchise values keep rising; Rangers, Leafs lead way
by Cory Wilkins from on (#44CNH)
The average value of NHL franchises rose 6 percent over the last year to a record $630 million, according to Forbes' annual report on the sport's finances.
For the fourth year running, the New York Rangers are the most valuable team, coming in at $1.55 billion, a 3 percent increase over 2017.
Three other franchises - the Toronto Maple Leafs, Montreal Canadiens, and Chicago Blackhawks - are valued at more than $1 billion.
Here's the full list:
| Franchise | Value | 2017-18 Revenue |
|---|---|---|
| Rangers | $1.55B | $253M |
| Maple Leafs | $1.45B | $232M |
| Canadiens | $1.3B | $239M |
| Blackhawks | $1.05B | $201M |
| Bruins | $925M | $191M |
| Kings | $810M | $193M |
| Flyers | $800M | $186M |
| Red Wings | $775M | $171M |
| Canucks | $735M | $168M |
| Capitals | $725M | $194M |
| Penguins | $650M | $185M |
| Golden Knights | $575M | $180M |
| Oilers | $540M | $145M |
| Stars | $525M | $144M |
| Sharks | $510M | $148M |
| Wild | $490M | $142M |
| Blues | $465M | $148M |
| Ducks | $460M | $134M |
| Devils | $455M | $166M |
| Flames | $450M | $132M |
| Lightning | $445M | $146M |
| Islanders | $440M | $107M |
| Senators | $435M | $124M |
| Avalanche | $430M | $119M |
| Predators | $425M | $132M |
| Hurricanes | $420M | $109M |
| Jets | $415M | $135M |
| Sabres | $375M | $128M |
| Blue Jackets | $320M | $111M |
| Panthers | $295M | $99M |
| Coyotes | $290M | $96M |
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