Kris Russell

Kris Russell (born May 2, 1987) is a Canadian professional ice hockey defenceman currently playing for the St. Louis Blues of the National Hockey League (NHL). He has a twin brother named Ryan who plays for the Columbus Blue Jackets. Russell was drafted in the 3rd round, 67th overall, by the Columbus Blue Jackets in the 2005 NHL Entry Draft. After playing an additional two seasons with the Medicine Hat Tigers, Russell made his NHL debut with Columbus during the 2007-08 NHL Season, scoring two goals while appearing in 67 games. Both goals were scored, including his first NHL goal, on January 22, 2008 against Mike Smith of the Dallas Stars He appeared in 66 games the following season and also appeared in all four games of Columbus' first...