A Documentary Film

Edmonton Oilers

Est. 1972

The Oilers’ orange and blue color scheme has been iconic since the WHA days. The team briefly experimented with navy and copper (1996-2007) before returning to the classic orange and blue.

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The Film

Chapters

Origins

The Beginning

Rogers Place is a state-of-the-art facility located in downtown Edmonton, replacing the historic Northlands Coliseum. The arena anchors the ICE District development.

The Rise

Building a Legacy

**Championship Summary:** The Oilers won their first Stanley Cup by defeating the four-time defending champion New York Islanders. The victory marked the end of the Islanders' dynasty and the beginning of Edmonton's.

The Work

Defining Moments

Edmonton Oilers - Team Records and Milestones All-Time Franchise Records Regular Season Records (Through 2023-24) .500 (approximate) Strong at Northlands Coliseum/Rogers Place 100-Point Seasons Presidents' Trophy; Lost Division Finals 60 points; first missed playoffs 62 points; Taylor...

The Peak

Greatest Achievements

The Edmonton Oilers have produced 9 members of the Hockey Hall of Fame, representing the franchise's golden era of the 1980s dynasty.

The Legacy

Lasting Impact

The Battle of Alberta is one of the most intense and storied rivalries in the NHL. Dating back to the WHA days, the rivalry between Alberta's two NHL teams has produced legendary moments, brutal fights, and epic playoff battles.

In Their Words

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The Secretary of Defense

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Identity The Edmonton Oilers fanbase, known collectively as

— Edmonton Oilers - Fanbase and Culture

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4. **Player Introductions:** Dramatic lighting and video presentations #### During Game 1. **

— Edmonton Oilers - Fanbase and Culture

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Chant:** Spontaneous throughout games 2. **Goal Celebration:** Goal horn, music, crowd eruption 3. **Defense Chants:** During opponent power plays 4. **McDavid Chants:**

— Edmonton Oilers - Fanbase and Culture

The Work

Innovations

Year	Title	Role/Impact	Type
2024	Current Leadership	Competition	Achievement
1972	Team Information	Competition	Achievement
1996	Color History	Competition	Achievement
1022	Arena Information	Competition	Achievement
2016	Team Identity	Competition	Achievement
2016	Nicknames	Competition	Achievement