Calgary's former mayor says he's rooting for the Oilers in the playoffs

The Edmonton Oilers received some surprising support before Game 5 against the Canucks on Thursday, with former Calgary mayor Naheed Nenshi throwing his support behind the team.

Nenshi, a prominent figure in Alberta politics who served three terms as mayor of Calgary, announced in March that he would run for the NDP leadership.

Nenshi wrote on his X account Thursday afternoon: “As a Calgarian, I'm not going to lie, it hurts a little bit. But… nothing happens here. OILS! It's sure to be an exciting 5 games.”

Nenshi also said in the video, “I think I'm going to run for premier of the entire province, so here you go oilers.”

Watch the video for yourself below.

As a Calgarian, I won't lie, it hurts a little. But… nothing happens here. OILS! It's sure to be an interesting game 5. Good luck @edmontonoilers! pic.twitter.com/PdFZjGPtk1

— Nahid Nenshi (@nenshi) May 16, 2024

The post was well-received by some, while others weren't such big fans of the statement.

It's been over a decade since I agreed with you on anything!

— Jim Romerilj (@romerilj) May 16, 2024

Damn, you've lost your voter base #LetsGoOilers

— Dom (@IllKray) May 16, 2024

Don't hurt them

— John Lester (@JohnLes84023487) May 16, 2024

You better support Lindholm and Zadorov!

— Adaminkw (@adaminkw) May 16, 2024

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