Swamp Rabbits bring back Russell

GREENVILLE, S.C. – The Greenville Swamp Rabbits, ECHL affiliate of the Los Angeles Kings, announced that the club has re-signed defenseman Bobby Russell to a contract for the 2023-24 season. Russell, 23, re-signs for a third season in Greenville after skating in 60 games during the 2022-23 season and recording a career-high 17 points (2g-15a) during his sophomore professional season. In 103 games in Greenville, the Langley, British Columbia native has produced 31 points (7g-24a) while also posting four points (1g-3a) in six Kelly Cup Playoff games. Russell earned two promotions to the American Hockey League during his rookie season, appearing in nine games for the Charlotte Checkers and one with the Ontario Reign.