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Originally Posted by TrentCrimmIndependent
How many Oiler fans sided with the Flames in '04?
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Different era, that was the final year of the pre-cap era when small market Canadian teams basically couldn't compete, combined with a brutal Canadian dollar. It was more relatable, in our shared David vs Goliath status. Plus it was the 1st Canadian team in the Final in over a decade which I think got people excited.
I recall going to Shanks South in 2003 during an Oilers vs Stars first round game and quite a few were cheering for the Oilers. They were even turning on the goal light at the bar when they scored. That all went away post-lockout with the more even playing field.