What league does Minnesota Wilderness play in?

Minnesota Wilderness play in the NAHL.

When was Minnesota Wilderness founded?

Minnesota Wilderness was founded in 2012 in Cloquet, MN, USA, USA.

Where is Minnesota Wilderness based?

Minnesota Wilderness is based in Cloquet, MN, USA.

Who is the head coach of Minnesota Wilderness?

The head coach of Minnesota Wilderness is Colten St. Clair.

Who is the captain of Minnesota Wilderness?

The captain of Minnesota Wilderness is Gustavs Ozolins.

What arena does Minnesota Wilderness play in?

Minnesota Wilderness play their home games at Northwoods Credit Union Arena in Cloquet, MN, USA.

Who is the general manager of Minnesota Wilderness?

The general manager of Minnesota Wilderness is Dave Boitz.

What are the team colors of Minnesota Wilderness?

The team colors of Minnesota Wilderness are Green + Black + White.

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2023-2024 Minnesota Wilderness Roster

	#	Player	A	Born	Birthplace	HT	WT	S
GOALTENDERS
	#31	Ben Dardis (G)	22	2004	Mahtomedi, MN, USA	5'10"	179	R
	#1	Nick Erickson (G)	21	2004	Apple Valley, MN, USA	6'2"	183	L
	#31	Adam Möller (G)	20	2005	Stockholm, SWE	6'4"	194	L
	#31	Tommy O'Donnell (G)	21	2004	Bloomfield Hills, MI, USA	6'1"	170	L
	#30	Adam Prokop (G)	22	2004	Wausau, WI, USA	6'2"	185	L
	#31	Loris Uberti (G)	21	2004	Martigny, SUI	5'10"	165	L
DEFENSEMEN
	#14	Nolan Bettens (D)	22	2003	Winnipeg, MB, CAN	6'1"	190	-
	#25	Patrik Brůna (D)	21	2004	Praha, CZE	6'1"	194	L
	#22	Finn De St. Hubert (D)	18	2007	Hopkins, MN, USA	6'1"	174	L
	#27	Brandt Dubey (D)	20	2006	Orchard Park, NY, USA	6'2"	176	L
	#28	Luken Huff (D)	20	2006	Mazama, WA, USA	6'3"	198	R
	#2	Beau Janzig (D)	22	2003	Hermantown, MN, USA	6'2"	201	R
	#20	Joe Manning (D)	22	2003	Stillwater, MN, USA	5'10"	170	R
	#15	Ren Morque (D)	22	2003	Grand Rapids, MN, USA	6'1"	190	L
	#5	Riley Mullen (D)	20	2005	Lincoln University, PA, USA	6'1"	201	R
	#9	Gustavs Ozolins (D)"C"	22	2003	Riga, LAT	5'10"	181	L
	#7	Evan Pahos (D)	23	2003	Parker, CO, USA	6'2"	187	R
	#8	Landon Peterson (D)	23	2003	New Prague, MN, USA	6'5"	205	L
	#28	Charlie Sandven (D)	21	2004	Edina, MN, USA	6'3"	194	L
	#4	Aidan Shirey (D)	21	2005	Barrington, IL, USA	6'1"	194	R
	#3	Joseph Stauber (D)	20	2005	Duluth, MN, USA	6'2"	181	R
	#25	Will Stauffer (D)	21	2005	Grand Rapids, MN, USA	5'11"	174	R
	#24	Nick Troutwine (D)	22	2003	Eveleth, MN, USA	6'3"	216	L
FORWARDS
	#7	Kole Altergott (F)	22	2003	Green Bay, WI, USA	6'1"	174	R
	#6	Daniel Astapovich (F)	21	2005	Birmingham, MI, USA	6'3"	198	R
	#12	Oliver Band (F)	22	2003	Vancouver, BC, CAN	6'1"	194	L
	#24	Nick Blood (W)	22	2003	Minnetrista, MN, USA	6'1"	185	R
	#13	Joseph Cesario (F)	23	2003	Westminster, CO, USA	6'0"	187	L
	#22	Ashton Dahms (F)"A"	21	2005	Lakeville, MN, USA	6'1"	179	L
	#29	Benjamin Doll (C/RW)	19	2006	Andover, MN, USA	6'0"	185	R
	#3	Patrick Dunaiski (F)	21	2004	Cloquet, MN, USA	5'9"	174	L
	#29	Connor Farren (F)	22	2003	Vancouver, BC, CAN	5'8"	174	R
	#19	Alexios Georgaklis (F)	21	2005	San Diego, CA, USA	6'3"	205	L
	#8	Dan Harkimo (F)	21	2004	Sipoo, FIN	6'2"	185	R
	#19	Nash Jacobsma (F)	22	2003	Brookings, SD, USA	6'0"	183	R
	#21	Adam Johnson (F)	22	2003	Mahtomedi, MN, USA	6'0"	190	R
	#18	Alessandro Lurati (LW/C)	21	2004	Sorengo, SUI	6'0"	187	R
	#21	Michael Mumm (F)	23	2003	Livingston, NJ, USA	6'2"	194	R
	#23	Nathan Murray (F)	21	2005	Fowlerville, MI, USA	5'9"	165	R
	#26	Logan Nagle (F)	21	2005	Post Falls, ID, USA	5'11"	165	L
	#12	Payton Nelson (F)	21	2005	Centennial, CO, USA	5'11"	174	R
	#16	Colten Nestler (F)	21	2005	Fargo, ND, USA	6'0"	174	L
	#11	Peteris Purmalis (F)	23	2003	Liepaja, LAT	6'2"	203	L
	#23	Luca Ricciardi (F)	20	2005	Thunder Bay, ON, CAN	6'1"	194	R
	#17	Harper Searles (C)	20	2005	Blaine, MN, USA	5'9"	176	L
	#15	Alexander Senf (F)	22	2003	Fargo, ND, USA	5'9"	165	R
	#20	Eddie Shepler (F)	23	2003	Livonia, MI, USA	5'11"	185	R
	#10	Oliver Stümpel (C/W)	22	2003	Torrance, CA, USA	6'0"	174	L
	#7	Slava Tugolukov (C)	20	2005	Coppell, TX, USA	6'0"	187	L
	#8	Hayden Walters (F)	22	2003	Sartell, MN, USA	6'1"	181	L
	#18	Evan Williams (RW)	21	2004	Champlin, MN, USA	5'10"	165	R

Position: G: 3, D: 12, F: 23Av Age: 19.45 yearsAv Ht: 6'0"Av Wt: 183 lbsCompare with other teams »

2023-2024 Minnesota Wilderness Staff

Head CoachColten St. Clair
Asst. CoachPatrick Munson
General ManagerDave Boitz
ScoutJoe Allen

Team Staff History

2023-2024 Minnesota Wilderness Captains

"C"

Gustavs Ozolins

"A"

Ashton Dahms

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Minnesota Wilderness Facts

Plays in: North American Hockey League
Team Colors: Green + Black + White
Town: Cloquet, MN, USA Map
Founded: 2012

2023-2024 Minnesota Wilderness Roster Facts

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39 players
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Experience

Minnesota Wilderness: 1 527 GP
NL: 1 GP

Affiliated Team(s)

Arena Information

Arena Name: Northwoods Credit Union Arena
Location: Cloquet, MN, USA
Capacity: -
Construction Year: 2001

Minnesota Wilderness Games

date	home	visiting	score	league
04/12/2026 12:05 AM UTC	Janesville Jets	Minnesota Wilderness	-	NAHL
04/11/2026 12:05 AM UTC	Janesville Jets	Minnesota Wilderness	-	NAHL
04/05/2026 12:05 AM UTC	Janesville Jets	Minnesota Wilderness	2 - 6	NAHL
04/04/2026 12:05 AM UTC	Janesville Jets	Minnesota Wilderness	3 - 5	NAHL
03/29/2026 12:15 AM UTC	Minnesota Wilderness	Springfield Jr. Blues	6 - 1	NAHL

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03/16/2026

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Noah Dziver (F)

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02/04/2026

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Joseph Luger (D)

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01/09/2026

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Lucas Ryen (F)

Leaving forMinot Minotauros

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01/06/2026

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Brandon Vislay (D)

Joining fromCarShield AAA 18U

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12/01/2025

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Theo Kiss (F)

Joining fromDes Moines Buccaneers

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09/16/2025

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Sam Troutwine (D)

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08/21/2025

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Luke Margenau (D)

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Frantisek Netusil (F)

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Minnesota Wilderness History and Standings

season	league	GP	W	L	T	OTW	OTL	GF	GA	PTS	PPG	rank	postseason
2025-2026	NAHL	57	42	11	-	-	4	244	137	88	1.54	1	-
2024-2025	NAHL	59	30	25	-	-	4	210	197	64	1.08	5	Did not make playoffs
2023-2024	NAHL	60	30	25	-	-	5	157	170	65	1.08	4	Eighth Final Loss
2022-2023	NAHL	60	35	18	-	-	7	168	146	77	1.28	2	Semifinal loss
2021-2022	NAHL	60	35	23	-	-	2	216	203	72	1.2	4	Quarterfinal loss
2020-2021	NAHL	56	25	27	-	-	4	136	168	54	0.96	3	Eighth Final Loss
2019-2020	NAHL	52	26	22	-	-	4	160	165	56	1.08	5	Playoffs Cancelled
2018-2019	NAHL	60	26	29	-	-	5	170	189	57	0.95	5	Did not make playoffs
2017-2018	NAHL	60	33	21	-	-	6	184	181	72	1.2	3	Eighth Final Loss
2016-2017	NAHL	60	32	22	-	-	6	188	179	70	1.17	2	Quarterfinal loss
2015-2016	NAHL	60	34	18	-	-	8	183	161	76	1.27	3	Quarterfinal loss
2014-2015	NAHL	60	39	15	-	-	6	209	152	84	1.4	2	Champion
2013-2014	NAHL	60	37	14	-	-	9	159	115	83	1.38	2	Qualification loss
2012-2013	SIJHL	56	51	3	-	-	2	282	85	104	1.86	1	Champion

Minnesota Wilderness Tournament Statistics

season	tournament	GP	W	L	T	OTW	OTL	GF	GA	PTS	PPG	rank	postseason
2012-2013	RBC Cup	4	1	3	-	-	-	9	19	2	0.5	4	Semifinal loss
	Dudley Hewitt Cup	3	2	1	-	-	0	11	4	4	1.33	1	Champion

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Elite Prospects Notes and Trivia

In the summer of 2012, the team relocated to Cloquet, Minnesota (from Spooner, WI - Wisconsin Wilderness) and changed their name to the Minnesota Wilderness.