Now in its seventh year, it's time to look back at how it all began
E
very year players, parents and fans mark their
calendars months ahead of time. Youth hockey
association coaches and board members brainstorm
ideas for community events.
To many, it's become one of the biggest celebrations
of the year. Hockey Day Minnesota is entering its
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seventh year as the grand stage travels north to Pokegama Lake in
historic Grand Rapids. But how did this growing tradition all come
about?
The Wild business staff had been talking for a few years about
creating an event mirroring the longstanding Hockey Day in
Canada, which has been going on since 1952. Minnesota Wild Chief
photos courtesy of fox sports north
By Aaron Paitich
