Duluth was announced as the second team on April 5, 2023, to be a part of the inaugural season of The Arena League.

[5][6] The represented city name was also narrowed down to four finalists: Twin Ports, Minnesota, Lake Superior, and Duluth.

Sparked by the historical Mishipeshu legend of the underwater panther, or monster, in Lake Superior, the logo features a character that is aimed to be tough and gritty like the people of the Twin Ports.

[6] LaBrie is the CEO of Hi-Tec Finishing and Kramer Service Group; his companies have sponsored NHRA drag racing, including racer Del Worsham.

O'Neil previously was an assistant coach at Duluth Denfeld and also played professional arena football for three years.