NHL Draft

The Wild will be hosting the 2011 NHL draft at the Xcel Energy Center. The draft will take place on June 24th, and 25th.

“The Draft is a signature event, and, as our League gets younger and younger, it offers a preview of the NHL's future,” said Gary Bettman, NHL Commissioner. "The great fans in Minnesota will get a first-hand view of tomorrow's stars.”

The Wild sell out so many games and Minnesotans are so crazy about their Wild that it should sell out. The Wild have the 10th pick in the draft.

Minnesota Wild Host Buffalo Sabres on March 6th

The Minnesota Wild will host the Buffalo Sabres on March 6th, 2011 at the Xcel Energy Center. The Buffalo Sabres have of course one of the best Minnesota Gophers of all time, in Thomas Vanek. Vanek played two seasons with the Minnesota Gophers, winning the National Championship as a freshman. The puck will drop at 5PM. The Minnesota Wild are just on the outside looking in of a playoff birth and every 2 points counts down the stretch. Purchase your Minnesota Wild tickets with Ticket King!

Minnesota Wild vs. Anaheim Ducks on February 18th

The Minnesota Wild will host the Anaheim Ducks on Friday, February 18th. The Anaheim Ducks boast one of the top lines in all of hockey with Bobby Ryan, Corey Perry, and Ryan Getzlaf. Getzlaf and Perry were members of Team Canada at the Olympics last season, and Ryan was on Team USA. The Anaheim Ducks knocked the Wild out of the playoffs twice, including the 2003 Western Conference Finals. Don't miss your chance to see the Anaheim Ducks and Minnesota Wild! Purchase your Minnesota Wild tickets today!

Tuesday, February 1 vs. Los Angeles Kings

On Tuesday, February 1st the Los Angeles Kings will visit the Xcel Energy Center. The Los Angeles Kings boast an up and coming team with one of the most talented young players in the league, Drew Doughty. Doughty is a 21 year old defenseman who is expected to compete for the Norris Trophy as the league's top defenseman for years to come. He was already a candidate last season! He was also one of the defenseman on Team Canada's Gold Medal winning team. The Los Angeles Kings also have on the league's best centers in Anze Kopitar. I must admit, Kopitar is one of my favorite players in the league. He is fun to watch and ultra talented. I will be attending this game and so should you! Purchase your Minnesota Wild tickets with Ticket King today!

Friday, January 14th vs. Colorado Avalanche

The Minnesota Wild have a tough January. They only have 3 home games total. One of the 3 home games is against division rival - the Colorado Avalanche. The Avalanche qualified for the playoffs last season and are quietly becoming a strong NHL team once again. Gone are the days of Peter Forsberg, Patrick Roy, and Joe Sakic, but that doesn't mean the success has to stop. They have some quality players in Matt Duchene, Paul Statsny, John Michael-Liles, and Chris Stewart. Both teams have nearly identical records and will both be pushing for a playoff spot in the Western Conference. Purchase your Minnesota Wild tickets today and watch them against the Colorado Avalance! Go to Hockey Tickets Minnesota for any Minnesota Wild tickets!

Sunday, January 16th vs. Vancouver Canucks

On Sunday, January 16th, 2011, the Vancouver Canucks will be visiting the Xcel Energy Center to take on the Minnesota Wild. The Vancouver Canucks are the biggest rival to the Minnesota Wild and both play in the Northwest Division. They have been bitter rivals since the 2003 playoffs when Minnesota rallied back to defeat the Canucks in 7 games. The games are always intense and exciting when these two teams meet up. Purchase your Minnesota Wild tickets today with Ticket King! Hurry up though because tickets are going fast!

Minnesota Wild New Year's Eve Game

The Minnesota Wild are battling the Nashville Predators on New Year's Eve Day at the Xcel Energy Center on December 31st, 2010. The game is a great way to celebrate the New Year and get the night started. The game starts at 5 PM and provides as an appetizer for those people looking to celebrate New Year's Eve. Tickets are going fast though and fans will have to purchase tickets quickly if they want to go. Purchase your Minnesota Wild tickets today with Wild Tickets!

Thursday, December 16th - Minnesota Wild vs. Ottawa Senators

The Minnesota Wild are on the road for 3 straight games against the Phoenix Coyotes, Los Angeles Kings, and Anaheim Ducks. They return home on Thursday, December 16th against the Ottawa Senators. The Ottawa Senators have Jason Spezza and Daniel Alfredsson up front. Both players are dynamic scorers and have been household names in Ottawa. The Minnesota Wild will be fighting all season long for a playoff spot and will need to win as many games at home as they can.

Friday December 3rd vs. Calgary Flames

On Friday, December 3rd, the Minnesota Wild will play the Calgary Flames at the Xcel Energy Center. The Minnesota Wild and Calgary Flames have had some classic battles over the years and are division rivals. The Calgary Flames are still captained by Jarome Iginla, one of the most respected players in the NHL. What a great way to have fun on a Friday night, attending a Minnesota Wild-Calgary Flames game at the Xcel Energy Center! Get your Minnesota Wild tickets from Ticket King!

Minnesota Wild vs. Anaheim Ducks - November 17th

Most Minnesota Wild fans remember the Anaheim Ducks. Beside the Vancouver Canucks, the Anaheim Ducks pose as the biggest rival. They knocked out the Minnesota Wild in the 2003 Western Conference Finals as well as in the 1st round of the 2007 playoffs. Many Minnesota Wild fans probably remember Brad May sucker-punching Kim Johnsson for no reason. On Wednesday, November 17th, the Minnesota Wild will face off against the Anaheim Ducks. Purchase your Minnesota Wild tickets with Ticket King!

November 20th Minnesota Wild vs. the New York Rangers

On November 20th, 2 former Wild favorites will be making their first appearance at the Xcel Energy Center. Derek Boogard and Marian Gaborik are both on the New York Rangers and will be back to the Minnesota Wild's home. The game will be highly anticipated and most fans can't wait to see the players back in Minnesota. Get your Minnesota Wild tickets today at Ticket King!

The Minnesota Wild Have 5 Straight Home Games

The Minnesota Wild will have 5 straight home games from Monday, October 25 to Friday, November 5. Here are the games:

Mon, Oct 25 vs Los Angeles Kings 7:00 PM
Thu, Oct 28 vs Washington Capitals 7:00
Sat, Oct 30 vs Chicago Blackhawks 7:00 PM
Tue, Nov 2 vs San Jose Sharks 7:00 PM
Fri, Nov 5 vs Calgary Flames 7:00 PM

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Minnesota Wild Win Home Opener

The Minnesota Wild won their home opener on Thursday night, defeating the Edmonton Oilers 4-2 in front of a sold-out crowd at the Xcel Energy Center. Mikko Koivu had 3 points, including 2 second period goals. He played exceptionally well and was the best player on the ice. It was the 9th straight home opening win at the Xcel Energy Center. The Wild will play the Columbus Blue Jackets at home on Saturday night.

Opening Night: Thursday, October 14th

On Thursday, October 14th the Minnesota Wild will play the Edmonton Oilers. It is opening night at the Xcel Energy Center so Minnesota Wild fans come out and support your team! The Minnesota Wild have some high end players with Mikko Koivu, Cal Clutterbuck, Brent Burns, Marek Zidlicky, Matt Cullen, Guillame Latendresse, and Niklas Backstrom. The Oilers finished last season with the worst overall record and as a result, received #1 pick Taylor Hall. Let's go Wild!

Xcel Energy Center Is Back to Hockey Central

The Minnesota Wild are back in action. Currently in the middle of their preseason schedule, the Minnesota Wild are ready to take the ice for the 2010-2011 NHL season. In hockey, every season there are surprise teams and teams that come out of nowhere to contend for the Stanley Cup. The Chicago Blackhawks and Philadelphia Flyers are two examples of teams that both were in the Stanley Cup Finals just years after finishing with the 2 worst records in the league. The Minnesota Wild have the talent to compete, they just need to go out and prove it! Visit Ticket King for your Minnesota Wild tickets today!

Minnesota Wild Preseason is Coming Up

The Minnesota Wild will be starting their preseason on September 22nd against the St. Louis Blues at the Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul. That's only 9 days away! The preseason will conclude on September 30th against the Columbus Blue Jackets at the Xcel Energy Center. The team will start the regular season in Finland against the Carolina Hurricanes. The Minnesota Wild will look to capture the Northwest Division in the Western Conference and a playoff birth. Purchase your Minnesota Wild preseason tickets today!

Top Wild Games of 2010-2011: November 17, Anaheim Ducks

Over the course of 82 games, there are many "big" games and "important" ones. On November 17, the Anaheim Ducks travel to the Xcel Energy Center for what can be called an old-fashioned "rivalry" game. Outside of the division with Vancouver, Colorado, and Calgary, the Anaheim Ducks are the Minnesota Wild's biggest rival. Twice have the Anaheim Ducks knocked out the Minnesota Wild in the playoffs, in 2002-2003 and 2006-2007. Furthermore, in 2006-2007 there was some cheap shots taken at Minnesota, with enforcer Brad May punching Kim Johnsson and knocking him out of the playoffs. The atmosphere is always intense and the Ducks have some notable players in Ryan Getzlaf, Corey Perry, Bobby Ryan, and Teemu Selanne.