
U.S. Tariffs on Canadian Hockey Gear Threaten to Spike Prices, Push Families to Cut Back
The newly imposed 50% tariffs on Canadian hockey equipment are driving up prices for families, prompting industry leaders to call for their removal.
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The newly imposed 50% tariffs on Canadian hockey equipment are driving up prices for families, prompting industry leaders to call for their removal.

A 50% tariff on Canadian hockey imports is inflating prices for sticks, skates and goalie gear, prompting concerns that families may abandon the sport and that manufacturers may shift production out of Canada.

The Jessi Pierce Community Cup, held Dec. 11‑13 at TRIA Rink in St. Paul, honors the late journalist’s contributions to Minnesota hockey while supporting scholarships for aspiring players.

A house fire in White Bear Lake claimed the lives of Jessi Pierce and her three children in March 2026. In response, Minnesota Hockey and the Wild are organizing a December tournament at TRIA Rink in St. Paul to celebrate her legacy and support a new scholarship program.
Junior forward Cole Swanson, a standout from Hibbing/Chisholm, announced his intentions to play for Western Michigan University and the USHL’s Sioux Falls Stampede, highlighting a career marked by state championships, impressive point totals and a recent suspension that adds context to his rising profile.

Minnesota earned a point against No. 19 Georgia after Davy Mokelke’s 62nd‑minute strike canceled out an early penalty, with Savannah Enriquez’s long ball setting up the equaliser.

A recent Period 3 Grant will fund a new locker and storage space at Charles M. Schulz Arena, addressing long‑standing logistical hurdles for under‑age players in the St. Paul public school hockey program.

After ten summers of low‑key competition, charitable giving and family‑friendly fun, the Da Beauty League played its final games on Aug. 17 and 19, closing a chapter that inspired thousands of fans and young players across the Twin Cities and beyond.

The United States will play a series of high‑stakes matches in September and October, using the fixtures to sharpen tactics, evaluate emerging talent and build momentum toward the 2030 World Cup and the 2028 Olympics.

A potential three‑team trade involving the Minnesota Wild, Detroit Red Wings and Anaheim Ducks could reshape the Central Division, with Dylan Larkin heading to St. Paul and several prospects moving the other way.