Minnesota Wild games picked up by DIRECTV

More than three weeks into the NHL season, there is good news for DIRECTV subscribers who are hockey fans and for the many bars and restaurants in Minnesota that rely on DIRECTV for their television. The NHL and the satellite television giant announced on Saturday that they have reached a multi-year distribution agreement. It means that Minnesota Wild games and the new Wild+ network are now available on DIRECTV. The agreement covers the Wild, St. Louis Blues, Columbus Blue Jackets and defending Stanley Cup champion Carolina Hurricanes, all of which switched to team-produced TV broadcasts for the current season. We re thrilled that fans of the Carolina Hurricanes, Columbus Blue Jackets, Minnesota Wild, and St. Louis Blues can now watch their favorite team on DIRECTV in their local market, said David Proper, the NHL s chief media officer, in a statement from the league. Making it easy for fans to follow their teams is at the heart of what we do. The Wild season be