Acquired in a trade with Edmonton in 2001.
Some scouts believe so.
Riesen finished off his AHL season strong in 1999-2000, and has high hopes of sticking with the Oilers. He's taken longer to adapt to the North American style than many expected. He can see the ice well, and possesses great speed. Has played a shy brand of hockey since coming over. If Riesen can pack some more muscle onto his body, and fight for possession more often in the corners, he could gain the confidence needed to show the promise he's had, since the Oilers drafted him.