Minnesota Hockey
Minnesota is home to the Minnesota Wild at the NHL level. NCAA D1 (University of Minnesota), USHL operate in the state. Active youth hockey market with strong tradition ("State of Hockey" is a USA Hockey-recognized designation). RinkStop currently tracks 40 cities in Minnesota, with 58 rinks and 9 teams on file.
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Cities with Hockey in Minnesota
40 citiesFrequently Asked Questions About Hockey in Minnesota
What is the hockey scene in Minnesota?
Minnesota has an active hockey scene tracked by RinkStop. At the NHL level, Minnesota is home to Minnesota Wild. Active youth hockey market with strong tradition ("State of Hockey" is a USA Hockey-recognized designation) Our directory currently lists 40 cities with hockey activity, 58 rinks, and 9 teams on file in Minnesota.
How many ice rinks are there in Minnesota?
RinkStop currently tracks 58 indoor ice rinks in Minnesota, across cities including Minneapolis, Saint Paul, Bemidji. The full list is grouped below by city; if you operate a rink we are missing, you can claim your rink listing.
Does Minnesota have an NHL team?
Yes — Minnesota Wild is based in Minnesota. NCAA D1 (University of Minnesota), USHL also operate in the state. RinkStop also tracks the surrounding amateur, junior, and youth teams at the city level.
Can my kid play youth hockey in Minnesota?
Active youth hockey market with strong tradition ("State of Hockey" is a USA Hockey-recognized designation). Most USA Hockey districts in Minnesota accept beginners from age 5–6, and many rinks run learn-to-play hockey clinics for both kids and adults. The youth hockey directory has program types and contact details.
How is hockey organized in the United States?
Ice hockey in the United States is organized by USA Hockey, the national governing body that oversees amateur and youth hockey from learn-to-play through adult amateur ranks. The American Hockey League (AHL), ECHL, and several women's professional leagues operate below the NHL level. The NCAA runs university hockey at three divisions, and the USHL is the top junior league… Browse the full US hockey directory →
What hockey leagues operate in Minnesota?
NCAA D1 (University of Minnesota), USHL have a footprint in Minnesota. AHL affiliates feed NHL rosters from the cities below; NCAA programs play in conferences such as Hockey East, Big Ten, and NCHC where applicable. Browse the city-level pages for league breakdowns per market.
How current is the data on this page?
RinkStop updates rink, team, and program listings as operators edit them through listing claims. Counts above reflect what was in our database when this page was last rendered. If you spot a missing rink or team, the fastest fix is to claim the listing and add it.