Grand Casino Arena upgrades: Gov. Walz on talks
Gov. Tim Walz isn't optimistic on the status of funding to pay for a proposed $600 million renovation at Grand Casino Arena in St. Paul. The plan would seek $200 million in state funds. The governor says he supports the plan but says there doesn't appear to be an appetite for it among lawmakers, calling it a "tough lift."
Gov. Tim Walz isn't optimistic on the status of funding to pay for a proposed $600 million renovation at Grand Casino Arena in St. Paul. The plan would seek $200 million in state funds. The governor says he supports the plan but says there doesn't appear to be an appetite for it among lawmakers, calling it a "tough lift."
Wild fan buys ‘X’ sign of Xcel Energy Center
After 25 years, the Xcel Energy Center changed its name to Grand Casino Arena last fall, but to some people it will always be the “X.” A diehard wild fan is keeping the buildings’ history alive during the team's current playoff run. FOX 9’s Maury Glover has the story.
After 25 years, the Xcel Energy Center changed its name to Grand Casino Arena last fall, but to some people it will always be the “X.” A diehard wild fan is keeping the buildings’ history alive during the team's current playoff run. FOX 9’s Maury Glover has the story.
Xcel Energy Center is now Grand Casino Arena
The Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul is becoming the Grand Casino Arena on Wednesday, ending the era of the X. FOX 9's Chenue Her has the story.
The Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul is becoming the Grand Casino Arena on Wednesday, ending the era of the X. FOX 9's Chenue Her has the story.
New name for the Xcel Energy Center announced
The arena that is home to the Minnesota Wild now has a new name.
The arena that is home to the Minnesota Wild now has a new name.
No state funding secured for Xcel Energy Center renovation this time around
The Xcel Energy Center is nearly 25 years old. Local leaders said the arena needs a major overhaul. Local officials said it is a priority for the city and important for the revitalization of the area. However, they failed to convince the Minnesota Legislature this time around.
The Xcel Energy Center is nearly 25 years old. Local leaders said the arena needs a major overhaul. Local officials said it is a priority for the city and important for the revitalization of the area. However, they failed to convince the Minnesota Legislature this time around.
No funding for Xcel Energy Center renovations
Minnesota lawmakers are not providing funding for the Xcel Energy Center renovations. FOX 9's Soyoung Kim has the latest.
Minnesota lawmakers are not providing funding for the Xcel Energy Center renovations. FOX 9's Soyoung Kim has the latest.
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Minnesota Frost celebrate 2nd Walter Cup title [FULL EVENT]
The Minnesota Frost celebrated its second straight Walter Cup title Wednesday night with a parade and event at Xcel Energy Center in front of family and fans.
The Minnesota Frost celebrated its second straight Walter Cup title Wednesday night with a parade and event at Xcel Energy Center in front of family and fans.
Minnesota Frost hosting championship celebration, parade on Wednesday
The Minnesota Frost are inviting fans to join them for a championship celebration on Wednesday. More details here:
The Minnesota Frost are inviting fans to join them for a championship celebration on Wednesday. More details here:
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Marcus Foligno reacts after Wild eliminated from playoffs [RAW]
The Wild's season is over after a 3-2 loss to the Vegas Golden Knights Thursday night at Xcel Energy Center. The Wild lost the best-of-seven series 4-2. Wild winger Marcus Foligno spoke with reporters from the locker room after the game.
The Wild's season is over after a 3-2 loss to the Vegas Golden Knights Thursday night at Xcel Energy Center. The Wild lost the best-of-seven series 4-2. Wild winger Marcus Foligno spoke with reporters from the locker room after the game.
Xcel Energy Center Complex renovation reduced to prioritize Wild arena
Officials have since narrowed down their funding pitch to lawmakers to drop renovations at the Roy Wilkins Auditorium and RiverCentre in St. Paul, instead focusing on just the Xcel Energy Center.
Officials have since narrowed down their funding pitch to lawmakers to drop renovations at the Roy Wilkins Auditorium and RiverCentre in St. Paul, instead focusing on just the Xcel Energy Center.
Minnesota Wild vs. Las Vegas Golden Knights: How to watch Game 3
The Minnesota Wild face the Vegas Golden Knights for Game 3 of their playoff series on Thursday night. Here's how to see the puck drop.
The Minnesota Wild face the Vegas Golden Knights for Game 3 of their playoff series on Thursday night. Here's how to see the puck drop.
Xcel Energy Center getting new name for 2025-26 Wild season
The home of the Minnesota Wild is getting a new name for the 2025-26 season.
The home of the Minnesota Wild is getting a new name for the 2025-26 season.
Meet the women behind some of the biggest events in the Twin Cities
From musicians taking the stage to puck drop at Minnesota Wild games, behind the scenes, helping draw crowds to the Xcel Energy Center for the past 25 years is Kelly McGrath, who became general manager of the Xcel Energy Center about a year and a half ago.
From musicians taking the stage to puck drop at Minnesota Wild games, behind the scenes, helping draw crowds to the Xcel Energy Center for the past 25 years is Kelly McGrath, who became general manager of the Xcel Energy Center about a year and a half ago.
Women-led event planning in St. Paul
Three women are behind the planning of some of the biggest events in the Twin Cities.
Three women are behind the planning of some of the biggest events in the Twin Cities.
St. Paul mayor, Wild owner take Xcel Energy Center renovation plan to lawmakers
It’s hard to believe the Xcel Energy Center has hit a quarter century, with most fans agreeing the arena doesn’t seem to show its age.
It’s hard to believe the Xcel Energy Center has hit a quarter century, with most fans agreeing the arena doesn’t seem to show its age.
Paying for Xcel Energy Center upgrades
It?s hard to believe the Xcel Energy Center has hit a quarter century, with most fans agreeing the arena doesn?t seem to show its age. But the owners and operators say it?s due for major mechanical overhauls and, while they?re at it, deserving of major renovations in order to reclaim its state-of-the-art status.
It?s hard to believe the Xcel Energy Center has hit a quarter century, with most fans agreeing the arena doesn?t seem to show its age. But the owners and operators say it?s due for major mechanical overhauls and, while they?re at it, deserving of major renovations in order to reclaim its state-of-the-art status.
St. Paul asking $384 million from state for Xcel Energy Center renovations
The home of the Minnesota Wild needs a facelift, and officials with both Xcel Energy Center and the City of St. Paul are looking for the state to pay for at least half of it.
The home of the Minnesota Wild needs a facelift, and officials with both Xcel Energy Center and the City of St. Paul are looking for the state to pay for at least half of it.
MN boys hockey tournament brings fans from everywhere
The Minnesota high school boys' hockey state tournament is gathering fans from all over the country at the Xcel Energy Center. FOX 9 's Leon Purvis has the full story.
The Minnesota high school boys' hockey state tournament is gathering fans from all over the country at the Xcel Energy Center. FOX 9 's Leon Purvis has the full story.
MN weather: Snow totals from MSHSL boys hockey tournament team cities
The Minnesota State High School League boys hockey tournament is set to begin at the Xcel Energy Center amid a snowstorm on Wednesday.
The Minnesota State High School League boys hockey tournament is set to begin at the Xcel Energy Center amid a snowstorm on Wednesday.
Rogers holds off Champlin Park to earn state hockey bid
The Rogers boys hockey team beat Champlin Park 4-3 Thursday night to earn a trip to the Class AA State Hockey Tournament next week at Xcel Energy Center. Coach David Brown, and players Mason Jenson and Parker Deschene spoke with FOX 9 after the win.
The Rogers boys hockey team beat Champlin Park 4-3 Thursday night to earn a trip to the Class AA State Hockey Tournament next week at Xcel Energy Center. Coach David Brown, and players Mason Jenson and Parker Deschene spoke with FOX 9 after the win.