Madden’s to host PNC Hockey Day Minnesota Classic featuring Gopher hockey players

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EAST GULL LAKE — Madden’s on Gull Lake will host the inaugural PNC Hockey Day Minnesota Classic on Wednesday, Aug. 12, at The Classic at Madden’s. The tournament will feature appearances by Gopher men’s and women’s hockey players while supporting Hockey Day Minnesota 2027 and its mission to expand local youth hockey opportunities. ADVERTISEMENT“The PNC Hockey Day Minnesota Classic brings together two traditions that mean so much to Minnesota — hockey and golf — while building excitement for Hockey Day Minnesota 2027,” Brad Pieper, committee chair for Hockey Day Minnesota 2027, said in a news release. Individuals and teams may register through the PNC Hockey Day Minnesota Classic event page at maddens.com/event/15351/ . Hockey Day Minnesota 2027 will bring fans of all ages together for a weeklong celebration at Brainerd International Raceway in January 2027.