RELEASE: Nygard recalled, Russell assigned to taxi squad

EDMONTON, AB - The Oilers have swapped a pair of forwards ahead of Wednesday's three-game series finale against the Toronto Maple Leafs at Rogers Place.
Joakim Nygard has been recalled to Edmonton's main roster from the taxi squad, while Patrick Russell has been assigned from the main roster to the taxi squad.
Nygard has appeared in four games for the Oilers this season with two shots on goal and two penalty minutes. The 28-year-old scored three goals and six assists in 33 games last season.