Former Oilers, Canadiens reflect on a chilly inaugural Heritage Classic two decades on
Close to 20 years later, the NHL will be back at Edmonton's Commonwealth Stadium on Sunday for the Heritage Classic showcase when the Oilers welcome the Calgary Flames.
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Close to 20 years later, the NHL will be back at Edmonton's Commonwealth Stadium on Sunday for the Heritage Classic showcase when the Oilers welcome the Calgary Flames.