Kris Russell (upper body) is expected to play Tuesday against the Ducks, Randy Sportak of the Calgary Sun reports.

Russell (upper body) is expected to play Tuesday against the Ducks, Randy Sportak of the Calgary Sun reports.

Analysis:

Russell was limited to just 6:03 of ice time in Friday's game against the Blackhawks due to an upper-body injury. Barring a setback of some kind, it appears the issue is behind him, and he should be available for the team's next contest. Ladislav Smid subbed in for Russell at practice Monday, and would presumably draw into the lineup should he miss the game for some reason, but all signs point to him dressing.