Wild announces multi-year affiliation with Iowa Heartlanders

SAINT PAUL, Minn. – The National Hockey League’s Minnesota Wild today announced a multi-year ECHL affiliation agreement with the Iowa Heartlanders, beginning with the 2021-22 season.

“We are thrilled to announce a new ECHL affiliation agreement with the Iowa Heartlanders,” said Minnesota Wild General Manager Bill Guerin. “We look forward to being a part of the Heartlanders inaugural season and helping grow the great sport of hockey while also having the opportunity to develop players at both the AHL and ECHL level in Iowa. This is an exciting day for our organization.”