04/02/2025
The Wild in Eagan / IGH would be amazing! But a toll every time you drive past that area on 494? Interesting idea…
Are the Wild headed south?
After their $394 million funding pitch to renovate St. Paul's Xcel Center got a chilly reception at the State Capitol last week, the Minnesota Wild are reportedly exploring a move to Dakota County. Plans are in the works for a state-of-the-art arena at 494 & County Road 63 (Argenta) in Inver Grove Heights—right across from the Vikings’ facility. Why? More space. Easier parking. Less congestion. The Wild's current small downtown site has big challenges, but in Dakota County, the team can build bigger and better with easy access.
To help fund a new interchange at 494/Argenta and some stadium costs, a modest $1.25 toll will be charged to vehicles passing the site on 494. Don’t worry—no need to stop at a toll booth. Overhead scanners will detect each vehicle and send a monthly bill straight to your mailbox. Hockey fans and commuters alike can chip in to make this dream a reality!
