RELEASE: Russell nominated for Bill Masterton Trophy

EDMONTON, AB - Kris Russell has been selected by the Professional Hockey Writers Association (PHWA) as the Oilers nominee for the 2022 Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy.
Each of the PHWA's 32 local chapters submitted nominations for the Masterton Trophy, which is awarded annually to the NHL player who best exemplifies the qualities of perseverance, sportsmanship and dedication to the game.
The top three vote-getters, as determined by a membership-wide runoff, will be designated as finalists. The Masterton Trophy will be awarded, along with the other NHL major awards, between Games 3 & 4 of the Stanley Cup Final.