The question for the Edmonton Oilers heading into this summer is whether re-signing defenceman Is Kris Russell is an option or a priority.
The same question can also be asked of Russell regarding the Oilers: Will Edmonton be an option or priority when he becomes an unrestricted free agent July 1?
After agreeing on a one-year trial run contract last summer, it’s clear that Russell and the Oilers are a great fit. The 30-year-old blue-liner led the NHL with 213 blocked shots and led the Oilers in even-strength minutes played in a solid second pairing role with Andrej Sekera.