Overview

• The 32-year-old forward joins from Swedish club Linköping HC to strengthen Kölner Haie’s roster for 2025–26.
• Russell was instrumental at the May World Championship, helping Denmark eliminate Germany in the preliminaries and defeat Canada in the quarterfinals.
• He brings NHL experience from 59 games with the Edmonton Oilers between 2018 and 2021 alongside Leon Draisaitl.
• Sport director Matthias Baldys praised his international resume and offensive versatility.
• The move caps a busy off-season for the Haie following their first DEL finals appearance in 11 years.