Toronto's 20-game Maple Leafs package also requires fans to purchase 10 Marlies games as well - raising the price for those only interested in the NHL product.
An email reviewed by HockeyPatrol that was posted to Reddit revealed the Toronto Maple Leafs presented fans a package offer to see 20 NHL regular season games while also getting the team's first preseason game on Sept. 19 but that wasn't necessarily what's causing some concern.
Fans noticed that in order to buy that package, they would also be purchasing 10 additional Toronto Marlies games that are included in the deal for a total of 31 games. While it's a solid deal for passionate and die-hard Toronto NHL hockey fans, those who don't value the AHL as much may think it's an overpayment.
Maple Leafs are offering 20 NHL regular season game packages with a twist
There are two packages that fans can purchase that are roughly the same price. The 'Blue' Pack starts at $3,429 + fees which includes the aforementioned preseason and 20 regular season NHL games and fans will be able to see rivals and key matchups such as:
- Montreal (Nov. 7)
- Edmonton (Nov. 14)
- Pittsburgh (Jan. 16)
- Boston (Feb. 10)
- Tampa Bay (Mar. 17)
The Marlies games included in that package are against the new Hamilton Hammers on Oct. 3, a rematch of the Calder Cup Final vs. Chicago on Nov. 21, and a double dose of the Belleville Senators on Dec. 27 and Jan. 31.
That equates to $171.45 per NHL regular season game (3,429 ÷ 20), and a total of $110.61 when you combine all 31 games (preseason, regular season, Marlies) but remember these are just the base prices and do not include the additional fees or taxes.
The 'White' Pack comes in a little more expensive at $3,443 + fees though that package includes a few more premium games on both ends of the spectrum. Fans get the preseason game on Sept. 19 but also get the following matchups:
- Ottawa (Oct. 3)
- Buffalo (Oct. 15)
- Colorado (Nov. 10)
- Florida (Dec. 3, Mar. 15)
- Vegas (Dec. 12)
- Chicago (Jan. 14)
- Carolina (Feb. 16)
Fans get a few more high-intensity games with longtime rivals like Ottawa and Buffalo, but getting a two-game slate to see Toronto and Florida play is going to be exciting knowing their history. Fans also get to see Mitch Marner again in December, while also getting to see the reigning Stanley Cup Champions in February.
The Marlies schedule follows roughly the same format as the 'Blue' one though instead, this one includes three Belleville games, two versus Syracuse, and none against Hamilton.
The price of that equates to $172.15 for 20 regular season games ($3,443 ÷ 20) and a total of $111.06 for all 31 games combined (again, not including fees).
When you compare that to single-game prices from 2025-26, it does become cheaper. Typically, Maple Leafs games cost $175-200 per ticket which doesn't include fees and taxes, so you are saving a bit of money with the benefit of the same seat, early playoff ticket access and other amenities - though single-game tickets are not yet for sale for 2026-27.
But it also forces fans to have interest in the Marlies, where they may not want to and feel like their addition adds no inherent value. Personally, as someone who has been to Marlies games in the past, there's a much more fan-focused atmosphere that you wouldn't find at a Maple Leafs game.
Also, fans may not agree with the price of the Marlies being included as a typical Marlies game will be significantly cheaper, with season tickets as low as $19. Even if you were to get the worst seats and get season tickets - it would only cost you $684 or 5x less money for 36 home games.
There's also a travel factor, as fans will now have to not only head to Scotiabank Arena, but make the trek to Coca-Cola Coliseum, which could provide disinterest from those fans who solely want Maple Leafs hockey (though some of the Marlies games are played at Scotiabank as noted in the package email).
At the end of the day though, it's all subjective. The Maple Leafs offer these packages for their fans who are both invested in the team now and their future. The Marlies have a passionate and loyal fanbase and certainly deserve attention but it's up to those specific fans to buy in.
The value depends on whether or not Marlies games hold any value to certain fans. For diehard Toronto hockey fans in general, getting 31 games with early playoff access and same-seated tickets is a great deal that allows them to maximize their enjoyment.
But for those fans who strictly want to see just the Maple Leafs in action, they'll have to accept the fact that Marlies tickets are going to be a part of the bundle and whether that's worth it for 20 NHL games.
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