the most Valuable hoCkey teams

With the speed of a slap shot, National Hockey League franchise values have increased at 15%, their fastest pace in three years; the average club is now worth $594 million. Profits in the NHL—which this season includes a new team, the Vegas Golden Knights—increased significantly, too, by 20% to an average of $18 million. For more, including our list of the league’s top-earning players, visit forbes.com/nhl-valuations.