Russell played 90 games in the National Hockey League (NHL) for the New York Rangers over three seasons between 1945 and 1947.
The rest of his career, which lasted from 1943 to 1955, was spent in various minor leagues.
In his final season, Russell helped his team win the Memorial Cup junior ice hockey championship.
Russell played one season for the Victoria Navy team, then served in the military during World War II.
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