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Minneapolis Hockey

Minneapolis is home to 2 hockey teams and 7 ice rinks. The city hosts Minnesota Wild (NHL). Browse listings below or add a listing if we're missing something.

2
Teams
7
Rinks
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Hockey in Minneapolis

Minneapolis and the Twin Cities are the heart of American youth hockey. Minnesota produces more NHL players per capita than any U.S. state, and the state high school hockey tournament is the largest sporting event in Minnesota by attendance.

Hockey in Minneapolis spans 2 teams in NCAA Division 1 Men's Hockey. Minneapolis is home to NHL-level professional hockey, the top tier of the sport.

Minnesota Wild represents Minneapolis at the professional level in the NHL. Professional hockey draws significant fan support and elevates the local hockey culture.

With 7 rinks, Minneapolis can host simultaneous games, practices, and tournaments. Notable facilities include 3M Arena at Mariucci, Augsburg Ice Arena, Breck School Arena. This infrastructure is the backbone of the city's hockey scene, supporting everything from youth leagues to adult recreational play.

Minnesota is part of the United States hockey network, with Minneapolis one of its key cities.

Minneapolis has a population of 429,606 and is part of the Twin Cities, one of the country's major metropolitan areas.

Hockey in Minneapolis at a glance
2
Teams
1 pro
7
Rinks
ice venues
1
Leagues
NCAA Division 1 Men's Hockey
429,606
Population
Twin Cities
1967
Hockey since
Modern era
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🏒 Hockey Teams in Minneapolis

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St. Thomas University
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University of Minnesota
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⛸️ Ice Rinks in Minneapolis

3M Arena at Mariucci
📍 1901 4th St SE
League: NCAA | Cap 10,257. Minnesota Golden Gophers Men's Hockey (NCAA Big Ten). Opened 1993.
Augsburg Ice Arena
📍 2323 Riverside Ave
League: NCAA | Augsburg Auggies (NCAA DIII). Minneapolis.
Breck School Arena
📍 4210 Olson Memorial Hwy
Private school rink. Minneapolis.
Mariucci Arena
Parade Ice Garden
📍 600 Kenwood Pkwy
Minneapolis Parks. Twin-pad. Year-round.
Ridder Arena
📍 1901 4th St SE
League: NCAA | Cap 3,400. Minnesota Golden Gophers Women's Hockey (NCAA). Opened 2002.
St. Thomas Ice Arena
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Minnesota Wild

Minneapolis is home to the Minnesota Wild, competing in the National Hockey League (NHL).

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