New Mexico Mustangs

New Mexico Mustangs
CityRio Rancho, New Mexico
LeagueNAHL
DivisionSouth
Founded2010
Home arenaSanta Ana Star Center
ColorsTBD
Owner(s)Ken Dennis
AffiliateNew Mexico Renegades (WSHL)(lower)
Franchise history
2010–2012New Mexico Mustangs
2013–2021Minnesota Magicians
2022–presentWisconsin Windigo

The New Mexico Mustangs were a Tier II Junior A ice hockey team based out of Rio Rancho, New Mexico that began play in the 2010–11 season. They were a member of the North American Hockey League and played in the South Division. The Mustangs played their home games in the Santa Ana Star Center.[1] The Mustangs were affiliated with the New Mexico Renegades, a Tier III Jr A team in the Western States Hockey League

After the 2011–12 season, the Mustangs suspended operations and granted inactive status by the league.[2] On December 21, 2012, the franchise was purchased and relocated to Richfield, Minnesota, where they are known as the Minnesota Magicians.

  1. ^ "NAHL welcomes New Mexico team for 2010–11".
  2. ^ "New Mexico Mustangs granted inactive status for 2012–13". North American Hockey League. May 23, 2012. Retrieved June 4, 2015.