Minnesota Wild Arena to Be Renamed After 25 Years as Xcel Energy Center

The team announced a new naming rights deal ahead of the 2025-26 season, with Xcel Energy remaining a key sponsor under a multi-year partnership.

The Minnesota Wild confirmed their arena will be renamed before the start of the 2025-26 NHL season, ending a 25-year era as the Xcel Energy Center.
Xcel Energy has signed a new multi-year sponsorship agreement with the team, maintaining a significant presence through signage, online promotion, and community initiatives.
Details about the new naming rights partner and the arena's future name have not yet been disclosed.
The renaming aligns with a $769 million renovation plan for the arena complex, which includes upgrades to surrounding facilities like the RiverCentre and Roy Wilkins Auditorium.
The renovation and rebranding efforts aim to enhance the arena’s role as a community hub and economic driver in downtown St. Paul.