Hockey’s Battle of Alberta might be the best rivalry in sports. The dispute between the Calgary Flames and Edmonton Oilers has raged on since 1980, though it’s been awhile since it’s been a terribly bitter affair. But it may be becoming a true battle once more.
The all-time battle
Heading into tonight’s game, there have been 234 all-time regular season Battles of Alberta (plus 30 playoff games spread over five series). The Flames have a 117-93-24 record in these regular season affairs.
The first regular season Battle of Alberta was Oct. 22, 1980 at Northlands Coliseum in Edmonton.