Xcel Energy Center Renamed Grand Casino Arena Effective September 2025

The Xcel Energy Center, home to the Minnesota Wild and Minnesota Frost, will be renamed Grand Casino Arena starting September 3, 2025, marking the end of a 25-year naming rights agreement with Xcel Energy. The new multi-year naming rights deal with Grand Casino will include replacing all signage, including the center ice insignia, before the 2025-26 NHL season begins. City leaders in St. Paul consider a $448 million renovation of the arena a top priority, with plans still being developed to finalize funding involving city contributions and other financing methods. Deputy Mayor Jamie Tincher and City Council President Rebecca Noecker emphasized the renovation's importance not just for the arena and the team but for downtown St. Paul and the surrounding region, aiming for completion within the next five years. Various nickname ideas for the Grand Casino Arena are being discussed among fans, such as "The Jackpot" and "The Grand," reflecting excitement about the venue's new identity. The transition signifies a significant change for the landmark sports and entertainment arena in St. Paul, blending continued sports tradition with fresh corporate partnership.