Edmonton Oilers Auction 2005
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 12/16/2005
Esa Tikkanen was not his normal "pest" self considering the game was only for fun, but he did a manage to get a rise out of the crowd when he delivered a fake body check to the end boards in true Tik fashion! Tikkanen's Mega Stars uniform from this historic outdoor event is crested with number "10" below the plate displaying his name. Size 58. Heritage Classic Edmonton Oilers Mega Stars Warm-up Worn Jerseys It was only fitting that twenty-two years after they first met in the 1981 Playoffs the Oilers and Habs of old faced off for one last time in the Heritage Classic Mega Stars match. With legions of fans longing for memories of yesterday, the Mega Stars did not disappoint. Even though the game meant nothing in the standings and the only thing on the line was bragging rights, the players showed that their competitive fires still burned strong. Our heartstrings were pulled for one last time by as we witnessed Fuhr's dazzling glove save off of Richer or "The Flower" flying down the frozen pond… albeit this time with his flowing locks under a toque. The years have passed but our heroes were there front and centre for one last time and if you close your eyes you could still hear the cheers of "Gretz" or "Guy". Thank you boys… for the memories! We are proud to offer the complete set of uniforms worn by Wayne Gretzky and the roster of the Edmonton Oilers Mega Stars on November 22nd, 2003 as they faced Guy Lafleur and the retired superstars of the Montreal Canadiens, braving the temperatures at Commonwealth Stadium. These jerseys display light game use, as is to be expected, as this special set of uniforms was produced specifically for this historic occasion and only worn during the warm-up skate immediately preceding the match. Each player wore three game jerseys, one during the warm-up and one per each half of the game. Special labeling in the tail includes a set tag with the logo of the Heritage Classic reading "Set #3, November 22nd, 2003" and another tag from the NHL/Meigray Group reading "NHL Game Worn Jersey, 2003-2004 Season" with their inventory control number. Each uniform has the CCM tagging in the hem with a size tag and an additional label from Elite Sportswear in the collar. The NHL Vintage "V" patch sits up on the left breast. As an added treat, each player has taken the time to autograph his jersey across the back numbers! These historic uniforms are from the archives of the Edmonton Oilers Hockey Club, and each will come with an accompanying letter of authenticity on team letterhead signed by Oilers General Manager Kevin Lowe.
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