1947 was the initial season of the Big Four Intercity League which, for four summers, would provide top notch baseball in Edmonton (Cubs and Eskimos) and Calgary (Buffaloes and Purity 99). The Purity 99s downed the Eskimos in six games to capture the championship.
(May 17) In the opening game of the Big Four Baseball League season, Edmonton Cubs shaded Calgary Purity 99 3-2. Andy "Pinch" Chlovechok had two hits for the winners.
(August 15) In the first game under the lights at Edmonton's Renfrew Park, Edmonton Eskimos topped Calgary Buffaloes 6-1. Stewart of the Esks provided the game's highlight with an inside-the-park homer in the third inning.