Xcel Energy Center To Change Name to “Grand Casino Arena”

The legendary and beloved Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul Minnesota isn’t going anywhere but will be renamed to “Grabd Casino Arena.” As a part of this deal all of the interior and exterior signs will be replaced. Beginning Sept 3 2025!

"Grand Casino Arena will serve as the anchor of a dynamic entertainment district that transforms downtown Saint Paul," said Craig Leipold, majority owner and principal investor in Minnesota Sports & Entertainment. "The Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe has been a strong supporter of and investor in this city. We are thrilled for their partnership and support of the arena."

"This is more than a name change - it's a signal of where we're headed as a business," said Ronda Weizenegger, Chief Executive Officer of Grand Casino. "Grand Casino Arena represents the strength of tribal enterprise, and our ongoing investment in Minnesota's future. We're proud to partner with the Minnesota Wild to bring this vision to life.

I'd also like to thank Ted Johnson of Norden Strategies for his instrumental role in making this moment possible."

"This partnership is a dream - Grand Casino Arena gives us an incredible platform to engage fans, tell our story in bold new ways, and bring the Grand Casino experience to downtown Saint Paul," said Jeff LaFrance, Head of Marketing for Grand Casino. "From digital activations to in-arena surprises, we're building something unforgettable."

Source via NHL.com