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Franchise value and ownership history

Franchise name/location history (most to least recent):
  • Columbus Golden Seals
  • Belleville Senators
  • Binghamton Senators
  • Prince Edward Island Senators
  • New Haven Senators

Franchise Valuation and Ownership History
All amounts in US$ unless otherwise noted.
Season   Value
(US$)
In today's
US$
Hockey Franchise
Valuation Rank
1972-73 $200,000 $1,541,368
Prior to the 1972-73 season, the owners paid a franchise fee of $200,000 to join the American Hockey Leagues as the New Haven Nighthawks.
Source(s): The Hockey News
1978-79 $250,000 $1,235,245
In February 1979, the New Haven Nighthawks of the American Hockey League were sold to Michael Schiavone and Sons for a reported $250,000.
Source(s): The Hockey News
1983-84 $360,000 $1,164,940
In September 1983, the New Haven Nighthawks, of the American Hockey League, were sold to Jerry Buss for $360,000.
Source(s): The Hockey News