The Toronto Maple Leafs are reportedly valued at US$2 billion, the highest of any NHL franchise.
The Leafs' value is pegged at US$2 billion, despite their Stanley Cup drought lingering since 1967.
Like many pro sports teams during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Leafs face more of a challenge than usual filling their venue. Attendance at their season opener on Wednesday was announced at 18,493, short of their traditional sellout.Four other Original Six teams -- The New York Rangers , Montreal Canadiens , Chicago Blackhawks and Boston Bruins -- round out the top five. The Detroit Red Wings -- the other Original 6 team -- are 10th at $1.03 billion.
The Edmonton Oilers are ninth, the Vancouver Canucks are 11th , the Calgary Flames are 16th , the Winnipeg Jets are 22nd and the Ottawa Senators are 29th .Sportico reports the NHL's average franchise value is $930 million, ranking well below the NFL, NBA and Major League Baseball.
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