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The Battle of Alberta: The Historic Rivalry Between the Edmonton Oilers and the Calgary Flames

An up-close look at the rivalry between the Calgary Flames and the Edmonton Oilers, told from the perspective of those that were there

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In the 1980s, the province of Alberta was home to the two best hockey teams in the NHL. Aptly dubbed “Death Valley” due to the sheer talent and ability of its players, the province not only begat rivalry with other NHL teams, but also sparked fierce competition within its own borders. Thus began The Battle of Alberta, the historic struggle between the Edmonton Oilers and the Calgary Flames.

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