October
13
Alberta almanac
On this day in Alberta
5 Albertans were born on 13 October, spanning 1916 to 1994.
- 5 born
1979
Oilers' first NHL home game
The Edmonton Oilers played their first NHL home game, tying the Detroit Red Wings 3-3 at Northlands Coliseum in the franchise's first season after joining the league from the WHA.
Wikipedia — 1979-80 Edmonton Oilers season ↗
Also on this date
- 1916
- 1917
- 1933
- 1992
- 1994
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