“After months of discussions that seemed to go nowhere, the NHL players and NHL owners have finally come together to save what is left of the 2013 season.  Fundamentally, the end of the lockout means business owners in or near the Xcel Energy Center can get back to doing what they do best - supporting the fans of the Minnesota Wild.  We know this lockout has had a profound effect on business owners and workers in Saint Paul and our community is thrilled the players and the owners have reached an agreement.  Let’s play hockey!”