Ranking All NHL Heritage Classic Jerseys, Highlighting Sponsorship Opportunities for 2023 Heritage Classic
Edmonton Oilers and Calgary Flames performance in 2023 Heritage Classic in spotlight; teams’ unique jerseys ranked for aesthetics and historical significance.
- The Edmonton Oilers and Calgary Flames are set to compete in the 2023 Heritage Classic, which will take place at the Commonwealth Stadium, marking the 20th anniversary of the very first Classic in 2003.
- Edmonton Oilers and Calgary Flames are donning uniforms inspired by past designs for the game, with the Oilers sporting a design inspired by the 1952 Edmonton Mercurys and the Flames taking inspiration from the Calgary Stampeders of the 1950s and 1960s.
- Despite fan admiration for the Oilers' 2016 Heritage Classic jersey, the team has decided to opt for a new design this year. The team's jersey was criticized for lacking originality, as it was not specifically created for the Heritage Classic.
- The Montreal Canadiens, who competed in the first two Heritage Classics, have not altered their uniform design for the event, preferring to maintain their iconic red, blue and white ensemble.
- Besides the gameplay, the Heritage Classic also serves as a significant opportunity for NHL partners, with title sponsor Tim Hortons, for instance, wrapping its stores in Heritage Classic-themed decor and serving specially-branded products.
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