The Stars lost 3-2 in overtime to the Red Wings last night in their first game of a back-to-back, but the day's action got underway long before the puck dropped. After acquiring defenseman Kris Russell from the Flames in exchange for Jyrki Jokipakka, Brett Pollock, and a conditional second-round pick, GM Jim Nill spoke with The Ticket about the trade.
On why fans should be excited about Kris Russell
"Well, first of all, he's got experience. He's a veteran, experienced player, he can play high minutes.