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Oil Kings Officially Launch 2010-11 Season

Published on September 22, 2010 under Western Hockey League (WHL)
Edmonton Oil Kings News Release


Edmonton, AB - The Edmonton Oil Kings open their 2010-11 Western Hockey League season, presented by ATB Financial, this Friday at 7 p.m. against the Red Deer Rebels, and fans can look forward to a highly-competitive team on the ice, as well as a fun-filled experience in the crowd at Rexall Place.

The team officially launched the season with a media conference on Wednesday at Rexall Place, and the coaches and players expressed how eager they are to take to the ice and battle their way towards the WHL playoffs.

"We can't wait for Friday to get the season going," the team's new head coach Derek Laxdal said on Wednesday. "We've got a great mix of veteran leadership and young, talented prospects, and we're looking forward to being really competitive this season. We're already a really tight group and that's going to show with our performance on the ice."

The Oil Kings are also pleased to announce their promotional lineup (see below) for the first portion of their 2010-11 WHL season, starting with the Home Opener this Friday against the Red Deer Rebels.

This season's game day experience will offer more entertainment, more giveaways and live bands, mixed in with a few fan favourites along the way. Unless otherwise noted, all games are 7 p.m. starts at Rexall Place.

Individual game tickets for all Oil Kings home games are on sale now and start at just $15 in the ATB Financial Zone. Season seats start at less than $9 with the addition of some new Mini-Packs and Flex Plans this season as well. Tickets are available at any Ticketmaster outlet, online at oilkings.ca, or by calling 780-414-GOAL (4625).

Friday September 24 vs Red Deer - Home Opener

The first 1,500 fans will receive an Oil Kings jersey T-shirt. There will be three different shirts handed out, featuring Oil Kings returning players Mark Pysyk, Keegan Lowe and Michael St. Croix. Opening Night will also feature a live band, The Three Amigos, and one lucky fan will have a chance to Beat The Bank and win up to $50,000 with 91.7 The Bounce.

Sunday October 3 vs Moose Jaw - Magnetic Schedules

The first 5,000 fans will receive an Oil Kings magnetic schedule. It's also an Autograph Sunday where there'll be a full-team autograph session after the game. Puck drop is at 2 p.m.

Saturday October 9 vs Swift Current - Mullet Night

The first 1,500 fans will receive a FREE mullet. It's also Thanksgiving Weekend, so the Oil Kings will be parking their bus outside Rexall Place to collect donations of non-perishable food items for Edmonton's Food Bank.

Monday October 11 vs Prince George - Stuff The Bus

The Oil Kings bus will be parked outside Rexall Place for Edmonton's Food Bank, plus we'll try out a minor hockey tradition in honour of Thanksgiving - the Ham Shoot.

Friday October 15 vs Medicine Hat - Retro Night

A special third jersey will be unveiled paying tribute to some of the great Oil Kings teams of the past. The Oil Kings will be wearing these jerseys at a select number of games this season. They'll be a collector's item and will be available at the Oilers Store at Rexall Place, as well as Game On Sports locations throughout the city.

Friday October 22 vs Kamloops - FREE Toque Night

Just in time for winter, or hopefully just a cooler Halloween, the first 1,500 fans will receive a FREE Oil Kings toque.

Sunday October 24 vs Kootenay - Autograph Sunday

A matinee game with a 2 p.m. start, plus a post-game autograph session with the entire team.

Wednesday October 27 vs Chilliwack - Wiener Wednesday

Truly a fan favourite that's building up some steam. Fans always relish the opportunity to purchase $2 hot dogs at Rexall Place. Oil Kings hot dog sales rival a busy Edmonton Oilers crowd on Wednesday nights.

Saturday October 30 vs Vancouver - Early Halloween/Star Wars Night

Get the most out of renting that Halloween costume this year and wear it two nights. There will also be a Star Wars theme to the night. The best costumes from the legendary movie series will win some terrific prizes!

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