Minnesota Wild Games to Air on Over-the-Air TV
5 Eyewitness News and the Minnesota Wild are collaborating to broadcast 10 regular-season games this season on over-the-air television.
Broadcast Details
- Six games will be featured on 45TV, starting with the Wild’s home opener.
- The remaining four games will air on KSTP (Channel 5).
- These broadcasts are part of Wild+ and will also be accessible on KSAX-TV in Alexandria, WDIO-TV in Duluth, KRWF-TV in Redwood Falls, and KAAL-TV in Rochester.
This partnership extends previous collaborations, which included a preseason game on September 23 and simulcasting four games last season.
Full Broadcast Schedule for the 2026-27 Season
- Oct. 3: vs. Boston Bruins at 7 p.m. on KSTC-TV 45
- Nov. 6: vs. San Jose Sharks at 7 p.m. on KSTP-TV 5
- Nov. 17: vs. Nashville Predators at 7 p.m. on KSTC-TV 45
- Dec. 8: vs. Edmonton Oilers at 7 p.m. on KSTC-TV 45
- Dec. 18: vs. Anaheim Ducks at 7 p.m. on KSTP-TV 5
- Jan. 16: at St. Louis Blues at 6 p.m. on KSTC-TV 45
- Jan. 30: vs. Dallas Stars at 8 p.m. on KSTP-TV 5
- Feb. 16: at Dallas Stars at 7 p.m. on KSTC-TV 45
- Mar. 3: at Dallas Stars at 7 p.m. on KSTC-TV 45
- Mar. 19: vs. Calgary Flames at 7 p.m. on KSTP-TV 5
Statements from Officials
Robert Hubbard, President of Hubbard Television, expressed excitement about offering more Minnesota Wild hockey games free to viewers, emphasizing their commitment to the community. Mitch Helgerson, Chief Revenue Officer of the Wild, echoed this enthusiasm, highlighting the passionate fan base and the expanded viewing opportunities.
Broadcast Team
Wild+ telecasts will feature:
- Anthony LaPanta – Play-by-play announcer
- Ryan Carter – Lead analyst
- Kevin Gorg – Rink-side reporter
- Hosts: Katie Storm and Wes Walz, along with analysts Alex Stalock and Lou Nanne for select games.
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