The Minnesota Wild, established on June 25, 1997, began competing in the NHL during the 2000–01 season. Based in Saint Paul, Minnesota, they are a member of the Central Division in the Western Conference. The team plays its home games at the Xcel Energy Center and is owned by Craig Leipold. Known for their passionate fan base, the Wild have built a reputation for competitiveness in the league. They are affiliated with the Iowa Wild of the AHL and the Iowa Heartlanders of the ECHL, fostering talent development across multiple levels of professional hockey.
First NHL Season: Began play in the 2000–01 NHL season.
Location: Based in Saint Paul, Minnesota.
Home Arena: Xcel Energy Center, known for its vibrant atmosphere.
Ownership: Owned by Craig Leipold.
Affiliations: Partnered with the Iowa Wild (AHL) and Iowa Heartlanders (ECHL).
Team Colors: Green, red, and white, reflecting Minnesota’s natural landscape.
Mascot: Named “Nordy,” representing the team’s identity and engaging with fans.
Fan Base: Known for passionate support and high attendance at games.
Significant Achievement: Have made multiple playoff appearances since their inception, showcasing competitive play in the NHL.
| Stat Category | Minnesota Wild | League Average | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Games Played (GP) | 6 | 7 | Total games played |
| Wins (W) | 4 | 3 | Total wins |
| Losses (L) | 0 | 1 | Total losses |
| Overtime Losses (OL) | 2 | 3 | Total overtime losses |
| Points (PTS) | 10 | 7 | Total points accumulated |
| Points Percentage (PTS%) | .833 | .556 | Points earned percentage |
| Goals For (GF) | 20 | 21 | Total goals scored |
| Goals Against (GA) | 11 | 21 | Total goals allowed |
| Power Play Percentage (PP%) | 33.33 | 21.10 | Efficiency of power play |
| Penalty Kill Percentage (PK%) | 75.00 | 78.90 | Efficiency of penalty kill |
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