Sportsnet+ Price Hike Confirmed — What It Means for Canadian Sports Fans

For years, Sportsnet+ has been a go-to streaming service for Canadian sports fans looking to cut the cord without losing access to NHL, Blue Jays, Raptors, and UFC coverage. But as streaming prices continue to climb across the board, Sportsnet+ has now announced a major price hike—one that pushes the service into premium territory.

Effective September 9, 2025, all Sportsnet+ plans—monthly and annual—will see significant increases, with Premium monthly plans rising to $42.99 and annual plans jumping by $75. While the company points to added content like international sports and more NHL coverage, the hike has sparked considerable pushback from subscribers, particularly around ongoing blackouts and persistent streaming performance issues.

This article breaks down what’s changing, what users are saying, and what your options are moving forward—all based on confirmed facts and real subscriber feedback.

The New Price Breakdown

📌 Source: Sportsnet+ Official Pricing

What’s Included in Each Plan?

Standard:

• Toronto Blue Jays regular season games
• In-market NHL broadcasts (subject to blackouts)
• NBA on Sportsnet (including Raptors games)
• Select UFC and WWE content
• Sportsnet original programming

Premium: (adds on top of Standard)

• Over 1,000 out-of-market NHL games
• Additional international programming (FA Cup, Super League Rugby, Grand Slam Tennis)
• SN World exclusives

📌 Note: Blackouts still apply, even on the Premium tier, depending on your location. Check blackout status here →

What Real Users Are Saying

Reddit – r/hockey

“We wanted to let you know that effective September 9, 2025… Premium annual plan will increase… from $249.99 … to $324.99.”
— u/Pushdeboot

“The app is already so sh*t that I thought their current price was way too much—jumping that much is criminal.”

Reddit – r/torontoraptors

“I just got an email indicating that Sportsnet is increasing their prices once again to $29.99. This is taking effect September 9 of this year.”
— u/Atheon

Canucks Fan Forum

“I don’t care how much they offer. If I still can’t watch the Canucks in BC, I’m out.”
— CanucksFanForum

Blackouts Continue to Be a Problem

Even with a Premium subscription, fans located in-market are often unable to stream their local NHL teams due to blackout rules governed by the NHL and local broadcasters. These policies override subscription tier and are based on geographic location.

📌 Use Sportsnet’s NHL Game Finder Tool →

What Are Your Options?

• Renew Before Sept 9: Lock in current pricing.
• Switch to Standard: If you don’t need out-of-market games, this may save money.
• Explore NHL.tv: Still subject to blackouts in Canada unless used with a VPN.
• Use a VPN: Some fans bypass blackouts this way (results vary).
• Watch for App Updates: Many users are hoping improvements will follow the price jump.

Final Takeaway: Streaming Costs Are Rising, But the Value Is Debatable

The September 9, 2025 price hike is confirmed and affects all Sportsnet+ subscribers. Premium now costs more than many popular streaming platforms—and yet many of the long-standing issues persist.

Users on Reddit and fan forums continue to report blackouts, app instability, missing features, and low stream quality, despite now being asked to pay more. While Sportsnet+ has added content such as international rugby and expanded NHL access, the lack of user-experience improvements is a central complaint.

If you’re an avid NHL or Blue Jays fan, the platform may still be worth it. But if you’re casual, regional, or focused on just one team, the rising costs and restrictions may have you weighing alternatives.