Oilers Release Jeff Halpern

The Edmonton Oilers made their deal for Modano official and in order to make cap room they've decided to release Centerman Jeff Halpern into the Free Agent market, Modano is going to start in the Oilers next game and with the leaving of Mitchell, this gives Chris McAllister a spot in the lineup for now. The Oilers look forward to seeing how Modano fits into their lineup.