Blackhawks, Wild partner to help raise funds for injured hockey player Matt Olson

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The Blackhawks and Wild announced Saturday that they have partnered up in an effort to raise funds for injured hockey player Matt Olson, a Minnesota native, who suffered a severe spinal cord injury in February while playing junior hockey for the Chicago Cougars when he fell head-first into the boards.

“We are proud to unite with the Minnesota Wild and the hockey community to support Matt and his family during this difficult time," said Blackhawks Executive Vice President Jay Blunk in a statement. "The Blackhawks organization stands with the Olson family and encourages our fans to consider supporting this important cause.”

Both NHL organizations have donated several one-of-a-kind experiences, such as traveling with the Blackhawks or Wild on their respective team plans to a road game, which will be made available for online action through the teams' websites (www.wild.com/Mo3 or www.chicagoblackhawks.com/Mo3) beginning at 12 p.m. CT on Sunday, March 20 and ending on Wednesday, March 30 at 12 p.m. CT.

When the Blackhawks and Wild clash on March 29 in Minnesota, both teams will wear special decals on their helmet to show their support, one of many gestures in a game that will be dedicated to Matt.

The Olson family has also set up a Go Fund Me account for financial contributions. Click here to donate.

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