Report: Oilers, Russell's agent 'get ball rolling' on contract talks
by from on (#2S75D)
The Edmonton Oilers appear intent on ensuring Kris Russell remains in the fold.
The team and the pending unrestricted free-agent defenseman's agent spoke briefly Tuesday to "get the ball rolling" on a new contract, according to Pierre LeBrun of TSN.
Back in May, general manager Peter Chiarelli said, "I want to have Kris back. I thought he was really good for our team."
Russell played 2016-17 on a one-year, $3.1-million deal with the Oilers, and registered one goal, 12 assists, and 213 blocked shots in 68 games.
Copyright (C) 2017 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.