Real Salt Lake players Tweet regards to Russell

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Former teammates Tweet goodbyes to Real Salt Lake defender Robbie Russell, traded to D.C. United on Tuesday for a 2013 SuperDraft pick. Often, levity is the best medicine:Chris Wingert — bummed to hear my man @RobbieRussell03 wont be with us this year, but im excited for him and the mrs! carpool wont be the same w/out u man.Nat Borchers — Good luck to my pal @RobbieRussell03! DC not only has a new right back but they also have complete access to every movie ever made. #source.Nick Rimando — @RobbieRussell03 one thing I won't miss is your iPad!martyr@sltrib.comTwitter:@Rsltribune