Mankato, Minn. ---  Minnesota State head men's hockey coach Luke Strand has been named as one of the coaches for this weekend's Crazy Game of Hockey fundraising event that will benefit the Minnesota Wild Foundation.

"I am excited to be included in this weekend's events to raise money for the Minnesota Wild Foundation," said Strand.  "There is plenty of star power on both teams and it'll be great to be around some former players during the game."

The Crazy Game of Hockey will feature a game comprised of more than 40 athletes, musicians, celebrities and VIP personalities and will be played at the TRIA Rink Saturday afternoon at 12:30 p.m.  The game will feature three 20-minute periods.
Coach Strand will be joined on the bench by TV personality Andrew Zimmern, Minnesota North Stars alumni Tom Reid and former Minnesota Viking Ben Leber.  Strand's roster is comprised of several current and former Wild players.  To view the complete roster, click HERE.

Tickets for the Crazy Game of Hockey as well as the other events surrounding the weekend can be found HERE.

Stand makes his Minnesota State debut October 7^th when the Mavericks host Omaha in an exhibition game.  Season tickets are available at msumavericks.com/seasontickets