Social Reaction: Best photos, tweets for #FarewellRexallplace

Listen as the crowd at Rexall Place gives it their all singing O Canada.

It has been an emotional day in Edmonton as the Oilers host the Vancouver Canucks in the final game at Rexall Place.

The Oilers have a huge number of former players in town to attend Wednesday night’s game and there’s expected to be a long ceremony looking back at some of the best memories following the game.

Many people throughout Edmonton and the hockey world have been sharing their best memories on social media all day leading up to the game and there have been some plenty of great pictures shared by fans, media members, and former players.

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The hashtag #FarewellRexallplace has been trending almost all of Wednesday so here’s a look at some of the best reaction from social media:

https://twitter.com/EdmontonOilers/status/717774311591817216

#PeopleOfRexall Miles (42 seasons!) – "My favourite moment might be tonight! What a thrill. Also the first Stanley Cup, unforgettable. There have been so many moments. It's been so special." #FarewellRexallPlace

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A clean sheet. #FarewellRexallPlace

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The ice sculpture in the alumni lounge is a beauty. #FarewellRexallPlace

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https://twitter.com/RogersNHLGCL/status/717875556973281282

A lot of great memories at rexall place. Whether it was my grandpa taking me to oiler games as a young kid, or getting the chance to play there myself it was always very special! #FairwellRexall

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https://twitter.com/theladydickson/status/717914412942753792

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