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  • • KBO’s Kiwoom Heroes Re-Sign Eric Jokisch; Part Ways With Addison Russell, Jake Brigham
    TODAY: Jokisch has re-signed with the Heroes on a one-year, $900K contract (another tip of the hat to MyKBO’s Dan Kurtz). NOVEMBER 29: The Korea Baseball Organization’s Kiwoom Heroes will not pursue new contracts with infielder Addison Russell or right-hander Jake Brigham, the team announced (h/t to Dan Kurtz of MyKBO). However, the Heroes are planning to…...2020
  • • KBO’s Kiwoom Heroes Not Re-Signing Addison Russell, Jake Brigham
    The Korea Baseball Organization’s Kiwoom Heroes will not pursue new contracts with infielder Addison Russell or right-hander Jake Brigham, the team announced (h/t to Dan Kurtz of MyKBO). However, the Heroes are planning to try and re-sign southpaw Eric Jokisch, Kurtz relays. Russell, 27 in January, is the most well-known of the three. A former top prospect and…...2020
  • • Puig Drew Interest From KBO But Hopes To Sign With MLB Club
    Prior to their deal with former Cubs shortstop Addison Russell, the Kiwoom Heroes of the Korea Baseball Organization spoke to outfielder Yasiel Puig about a potential deal for the 2020 season, Heroes GM Kim Chi-hyun tells Jee-ho of the Yonhap News Agency (Twitter link). Ultimately, Puig’s preference was to take another shot at latching on…...2020
  • • Ex-Cubs SS Russell signs 1-year deal with KBO
    Former Cubs shortstop Addison Russell signed a one-year contract worth $530,000 with the Kiwoom Heroes of the KBO....2020
  • • Source: Ex-Cubs SS Russell finalizing KBO deal
    Former Cubs shortstop Addison Russell is finalizing a one-year contract with the Kiwoom Heroes of the KBO, a source familiar with the deal told ESPN's Jeff Passan....2020
  • • Korea’s Kiwoom Heroes To Sign Addison Russell
    In a surprise move, longtime Cubs infielder Addison Russell has found a landing spot in Korea’s top league. He’s joining the Kiwoom Heroes on a $530K contract, per Jeeho Yoo of Yonhap News (via Twitter). Once a top prospect and promising young big leaguer, Russell is best known now for off-field malfeasance. Russell was suspended…...2020
  • • Addison Russell signs with Korea Baseball's Kiwoom Heroes after the club failed to land Yasiel Puig
    The Cubs non-tendered Russell back in December...2020
  • • Former Cubs SS Addison Russell finalizing deal with Korean Baseball Organization team
    Former Chicago Cubs shortstop Addison Russell reportedly is finalizing a deal to play for the Kiwoom Heroes of the KBO....2020
  • • Camp battles: Cubs’ second base competition
    As MLBTR’s Tim Dierkes detailed earlier this week, the Cubs are coming off a rather quiet offseason. There were no earth-shattering trades, no significant free-agent signings. The high-payroll club doled out just $3.5 million in guaranteed contracts over the winter, although it did add at least a couple familiar names by way of the minor-league market. One of those pickups, longtime Indian Jason K...2020
  • • Camp Battles: Cubs’ Second Base Mix
    The Cubs started seven different players at second base in 2019 with generally uninspiring results. Addison Russell, Ben Zobrist and Tony Kemp are now gone. Let’s take a look at the options who remain to fill that spot on the north side in 2020. Jason Kipnis: Chicago signed Kipnis to a minor-league deal after Cleveland cut bait last offseason.…...2020

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Addison Russell injury and suspension

  • • Korea’s Kiwoom Heroes To Sign Addison Russell
    In a surprise move, longtime Cubs infielder Addison Russell has found a landing spot in Korea’s top league. He’s joining the Kiwoom Heroes on a $530K contract, per Jeeho Yoo of Yonhap News (via Twitter). Once a top prospect and promising young big leaguer, Russell is best known now for off-field malfeasance. Russell was suspended…...2020
  • • Tigers interested in free-agent middle infielder Addison Russell
    The Tigers are among the teams interested in free-agent middle infielder Addison Russell, Jon Heyman of MLB Network tweets. Russell joined the open market when the Cubs non-tendered him Monday. There is no denying Russell is a major league-caliber middle infielder, but the significant baggage he comes with likely helped influence the Cubs to move on from him. The 25-year-old Russell sat out the ea...2019
  • • Tigers reportedly among teams interested in ex-Cubs SS Addison Russell
    Just a few days after being non-tendered by the Chicago Cubs, shortstop Addison Russell is already reportedly drawing interest from multiple MLB teams. According to MLB Network’s Jon Heyman, the Detroit Tigers are among several teams with interest in signing the 25-year-old shortstop. Russell, who served a 40-game suspension during the 2018 season, stayed with the Cubs for the 2019 season despite ...2019
  • • Chicago Cubs reportedly cut ties with Addison Russell, won’t re-sign him
    The Chicago Cubs will move on without embattled infielder Addison Russell, who was reportedly let go Monday and won’t receive a new contract next year. This breaking news comes by way of Patrick Mooney of The Athletic: Russell, of course, was suspended 40 games by MLB in 2018 for violating its domestic violence policy. The Cubs took some heat for bringing him back in 2019. In the end, it’s a decis...2019
  • • Cubs' send Addison Russell to Triple-A following the end of his domestic violence suspension
    Russell has finished serving his suspension under MLB's domestic violence policy...2019
  • • Cubs to option Russell to Triple-A when ban over
    The Cubs will option shortstop Addison Russell to Triple-A Iowa when he's eligible to return from his 40-game suspension for violating the league's domestic violence policy later this week....2019
  • • Cubs' Addison Russell will be sent to Triple-A at the end of his domestic violence suspension
    Russell will soon finish serving his suspension under MLB's domestic violence policy...2019
  • • Suspended Cubs SS Addison Russell to be sent to Triple-A upon activation
    Suspened Chicago Cubs shortstop Addison Russell will be removed from the restricted list on Wednesday. When he is, he’ll head to the minors. Cubs president Theo Epstein announced on Tuesday that Russell will be sent to Triple-A Iowa, where he’ll split time between shortstop and second base. In February, his teammates made it known that Russell had their support. Russell is at the end of a 40-game ...2019
  • • Cubs To Option Addison Russell
    The Cubs will option infielder Addison Russell to Triple-A Iowa when he is activated from the restricted list Thursday, the team revealed to reporters (Twitter link via Gordon Wittenymyer of the Chicago Sun-Times). He’s been suspended for the entirety of the 2019 season as part of a 40-game suspension under the league’s domestic violence policy…...2019
  • • Report: Cubs threatened writer over Addison Russell coverage
    The Chicago Cubs have been dealing with a controversy involving Addison Russell for around two years and apparently are trying to control the coverage surrounding him. Russell was first hit with allegations of cheating on his wife in June, 2017. Things only got worse from there as she filed for divorce amid accusations of domestic violence. Russell was placed on leave in Sept. 2018 and suspended t...2019

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  • • Excited Cubs fans to get up-close look at Maddon, Lester
    Joe Maddon will most likely be asked about everything from his prospective lineup to his new Tampa restaurant, Jon Lester will be shadowed by autograph seekers, Minor Leaguers C.J. Edwards and Addison Russell will be introduced and the new television deals will be discussed during the three-day Cubs Convention, which gets underway Friday....2015

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Addison Russell trade, contract, salary rumors

  • • KBO’s Kiwoom Heroes Re-Sign Eric Jokisch; Part Ways With Addison Russell, Jake Brigham
    TODAY: Jokisch has re-signed with the Heroes on a one-year, $900K contract (another tip of the hat to MyKBO’s Dan Kurtz). NOVEMBER 29: The Korea Baseball Organization’s Kiwoom Heroes will not pursue new contracts with infielder Addison Russell or right-hander Jake Brigham, the team announced (h/t to Dan Kurtz of MyKBO). However, the Heroes are planning to…...2020
  • • KBO’s Kiwoom Heroes Not Re-Signing Addison Russell, Jake Brigham
    The Korea Baseball Organization’s Kiwoom Heroes will not pursue new contracts with infielder Addison Russell or right-hander Jake Brigham, the team announced (h/t to Dan Kurtz of MyKBO). However, the Heroes are planning to try and re-sign southpaw Eric Jokisch, Kurtz relays. Russell, 27 in January, is the most well-known of the three. A former top prospect and…...2020
  • • Ex-Cubs SS Russell signs 1-year deal with KBO
    Former Cubs shortstop Addison Russell signed a one-year contract worth $530,000 with the Kiwoom Heroes of the KBO....2020
  • • Source: Ex-Cubs SS Russell finalizing KBO deal
    Former Cubs shortstop Addison Russell is finalizing a one-year contract with the Kiwoom Heroes of the KBO, a source familiar with the deal told ESPN's Jeff Passan....2020
  • • Korea’s Kiwoom Heroes To Sign Addison Russell
    In a surprise move, longtime Cubs infielder Addison Russell has found a landing spot in Korea’s top league. He’s joining the Kiwoom Heroes on a $530K contract, per Jeeho Yoo of Yonhap News (via Twitter). Once a top prospect and promising young big leaguer, Russell is best known now for off-field malfeasance. Russell was suspended…...2020
  • • Addison Russell signs with Korea Baseball's Kiwoom Heroes after the club failed to land Yasiel Puig
    The Cubs non-tendered Russell back in December...2020
  • • Camp battles: Cubs’ second base competition
    As MLBTR’s Tim Dierkes detailed earlier this week, the Cubs are coming off a rather quiet offseason. There were no earth-shattering trades, no significant free-agent signings. The high-payroll club doled out just $3.5 million in guaranteed contracts over the winter, although it did add at least a couple familiar names by way of the minor-league market. One of those pickups, longtime Indian Jason K...2020
  • • Camp battles: The Cubs' multiple options at second base
    The Cubs started seven different players at second base in 2019 with generally uninspiring results. Addison Russell, Ben Zobrist and Tony Kemp are now gone. Let’s take a look at the options who remain to fill that spot on the north side in 2020. Jason Kipnis: Chicago signed Kipnis to a minor-league deal after Cleveland cut bait last offseason. The former star has slumped to a .236/.305/.403 (85 wR...2020
  • • MLB non-tender deadline: Cubs part ways with Addison Russell; Blake Treinen, Kevin Pillar hit free agency
    Plenty of notable names entered the free-agent pool on Monday night...2019
  • • Chicago Cubs reportedly cut ties with Addison Russell, won’t re-sign him
    The Chicago Cubs will move on without embattled infielder Addison Russell, who was reportedly let go Monday and won’t receive a new contract next year. This breaking news comes by way of Patrick Mooney of The Athletic: Russell, of course, was suspended 40 games by MLB in 2018 for violating its domestic violence policy. The Cubs took some heat for bringing him back in 2019. In the end, it’s a decis...2019

Addison Russell stats and results

  • • Camp Battles: Cubs’ Second Base Mix
    The Cubs started seven different players at second base in 2019 with generally uninspiring results. Addison Russell, Ben Zobrist and Tony Kemp are now gone. Let’s take a look at the options who remain to fill that spot on the north side in 2020. Jason Kipnis: Chicago signed Kipnis to a minor-league deal after Cleveland cut bait last offseason.…...2020
  • • Camp battles: The Cubs' multiple options at second base
    The Cubs started seven different players at second base in 2019 with generally uninspiring results. Addison Russell, Ben Zobrist and Tony Kemp are now gone. Let’s take a look at the options who remain to fill that spot on the north side in 2020. Jason Kipnis: Chicago signed Kipnis to a minor-league deal after Cleveland cut bait last offseason. The former star has slumped to a .236/.305/.403 (85 wR...2020
  • • Tigers reportedly among teams interested in ex-Cubs SS Addison Russell
    Just a few days after being non-tendered by the Chicago Cubs, shortstop Addison Russell is already reportedly drawing interest from multiple MLB teams. According to MLB Network’s Jon Heyman, the Detroit Tigers are among several teams with interest in signing the 25-year-old shortstop. Russell, who served a 40-game suspension during the 2018 season, stayed with the Cubs for the 2019 season despite ...2019
  • • Cubs tender Addison Russell arbitration contract
    The Chicago Cubs announced Friday that they have tendered a contract to embattled shortstop Addison Russell. Like any other standard arbitration situation, it’s a non-guaranteed deal. Russell’s status with the Chicago organization was (and to some extent still is) in doubt. He is slated to sit out the first month of the 2019 campaign as he finishes serving a 40-game suspension under the MLB-MLBPA ...2018
  • • Cubs still deciding Addison Russell’s fate
    Shortstop Addison Russell received a 40-game suspension last month for a violation of Major League Baseball’s domestic violence policy, but that won’t necessarily conclude his tenure with the Cubs. While it appeared last month that the Cubs would indeed cut ties with Russell, they haven’t yet made a decision on his future, Patrick Mooney of The Athletic reports (subscription required). According t...2018
  • • Report: MLB has additional information in Russell case
    A Facebook post detailing alleged abuse by Chicago Cubs shortstop Addison Russell sparked a firestorm last week, but it was not the only thing that led to him being placed on administrative leave.Major League Baseball has “additional credible information” in the Russell case, according to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic. The league has reportedly interviewed Russell’s ex-wife Melisa Reidy, other wit...2018
  • • MLB To Investigate Abuse Allegations Against Addison Russell
    Major League Baseball will investigate domestic violence allegations against Cubs shortstop Addison Russell, reports Gordon Wittenmyer of the Chicago-Sun Times. In an Instagram post on Wednesday, a friend of Russell’s wife, Melisa, accused Russell of “mentally and physically” abusing Melisa. As a result, the league would like to interview both Melisa Russell and her friend,…...2017
  • • Cubs Could Promote Ian Happ
    The Cubs could promote top prospect Ian Happ as a short-term replacement today as a result of injuries to Addison Russell, Jon Jay and Kris Bryant, Carrie Muskat of MLB.com’s tweets. Russell is currently listed as day-to-day with shoulder soreness. Jay left yesterday’s game due to back spasms, and Bryant sat out yesterday due to…...2017
  • • Russell hitting ball harder this season
    Addison Russell says he isn't obsessed with statistics. But he was OK with this one....2017
  • • MLB Wednesday scores, highlights, news, updates: Russell, Fowler come up big
    Cubs' Addison Russell walks off, Cardinals' Dexter Fowler is the offense and more from Wednesday...2017

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  • • Suspended Cubs SS Addison Russell to be sent to Triple-A upon activation
    2019
  • • Report: Cubs threatened writer over Addison Russell coverage
    2019
  • • Addison Russell gets cold reception in first spring training at-bat
    Chicago Cubs shortstop Addison Russell will be suspended for roughly the first month of the 2019 season as part of his ban for violating Major League Baseball’s domestic violence policy, and he got an icy reception from those in attendance. Reed had his first at-bat of spring training in Sunday’s exhibition against the San Francisco Giants. According to Andrew Baggarly of The Athletic, there was “...2019
  • • Cubs players throw support behind ‘brother’ Addison Russell
    Addison Russell has been accused by his ex-wife of physical and mental abuse and was hit with a 40-game suspension by MLB over those allegations. Now set to return to the Chicago Cubs, Russell is being embraced by his teammates as they prepare for spring training. “We’re human. He made a mistake,” reliever Pedro Strop, per the Chicago Sun Times. “If he does the right thing, if he does whatever he ...2019
  • • Cubs avoid arbitration with Kris Bryant, Javier Baez, Addison Russell
    The Cubs have agreed to a $12.9M contract with star third baseman Kris Bryant, ESPNChicago.com’s Jesse Rogers tweets. Also agreeing to terms, at $5.2M, was star infielder Javier Baez, as Jon Heyman of Fancred was first to tweet. Rather more controversially, the club also has reached a salary with suspended shortstop Addison Russell, per Bob Nightengale of USA Today (via Twitter). The Cubs have stu...2019
  • • Melisa Reidy Details Alleged Abuse By Addison Russell
    Melisa Reidy has previously alleged, but not publicly detailed, abuse by former husband and Cubs shortstop Addison Russell. She greatly expanded upon her story in a lengthy interview with Kelly Wallace of Expanded Roster. Needless to say, Reidy’s extensive account of abuse is extremely troubling. It includes multiple instances of serious physical battery along with…...2018
  • • Cubs tender Addison Russell arbitration contract
    2018
  • • Cubs still deciding Addison Russell’s fate
    2018
  • • M.L.B. Suspends Cubs’ Addison Russell 40 Games in Domestic Violence Case
    Russell can return on May 3 after accepting a ban for violating Major League Baseball’s domestic violence policy after a series of allegations made by his ex-wife....2018
  • • Addison Russell suspended 40 games for violating domestic violence policy
    Chicago Cubs shortstop Addison Russell has been suspended 40 games for violating MLB’s domestic violence policy.Commissioner Rob Manfred announced the suspension Wednesday. It is retroactive to Sept. 21, when Russell was placed on administrative leave, meaning he will miss roughly the first month of 2019. MLB reopened the investigation into Russell when ex-wife Melisa Reidy posted an account of ho...2018

Top Addison Russell news

  • • Dodgers slowed by Cubs' fast start in G4 loss
    With Clayton Kershaw and Rich Hill out of the way temporarily, the Cubs went back to being the Cubs on Wednesday night. Slumping Addison Russell and Anthony Rizzo homered in a 10-2 blowout win over the Dodgers at Dodger Stadium to deadlock the best-of-seven National League Championship Series at two games apiece....2016
  • • Cubs back Hendricks, push Cards to 5 back
    Albert Almora Jr. drove in two runs and Addison Russell delivered a pinch-hit homer to back Kyle Hendricks and lead the Cubs to a 4-1 victory over the Cardinals on Saturday to improve to a season-high 16 games over .500....2017
  • • Cards struggle to support Wacha at Wrigley
    Albert Almora Jr. drove in two runs and Addison Russell delivered a pinch-hit homer to back Kyle Hendricks and lead the Cubs to a 4-1 victory over the Cardinals on Saturday to improve to a season-high 16 games over .500....2017
  • • Cubs tie 1907 team for franchise's best start
    Kris Bryant hit a two-run double, Addison Russell drove in three runs and Ben Zobrist had four hits, including a pair of RBI singles, to lift the Cubs to an 8-7 victory over the Padres on Tuesday. The Cubs improved to 25-6, matching the 1907 team for the best start in franchise history....2016
  • • Four HRs, 8-run frame fuel Cubs' rout vs. D-backs
    Addison Russell connected on two home runs and Anthony Rizzo hit a grand slam to power the Cubs' offense in an 14-5 win over the D-backs on Friday at Wrigley Field. Rookie Javier Baez added his first home run of the season during an eight-run fifth inning in which 11 Cubs came to the plate....2015
  • • Cubs hold off Brewers to complete sweep
    Addison Russell smacked a solo home run to back Clayton Richard, who helped himself by hitting an RBI double, leading the Cubs to a 4-3 victory Sunday over the Brewers to complete a four-game sweep. However, Chicago rookie Kris Bryant had to leave the game in the fifth inning after a headfirst slide into second....2015
  • • Braves stymied in series opener against Cubs
    Anthony Rizzo smacked a three-run homer in the third and Addison Russell added a solo shot in the fourth to back Jake Arrieta and power the Cubs to a 7-1 victory over the Braves on Thursday night, snapping a three-game losing streak....2015
  • • Arrieta first to 15 wins as Cubs rout Braves
    Anthony Rizzo smacked a three-run homer in the third and Addison Russell added a solo shot in the fourth to back Jake Arrieta and power the Cubs to a 7-1 victory over the Braves on Thursday night, snapping a three-game losing streak....2015
  • • Triple effect: Russell's big hit propels Cubs
    Addison Russell smacked a tiebreaking two-run triple with two outs in the sixth inning to lift the Cubs to a 4-3 victory over the Brewers on Tuesday night. With the win, the Cubs improved to 15-5, their best start since the 1907 team began 16-4....2016
  • • 6th straight W puts Cubs in historic company
    Addison Russell drove in three runs, including two on a tie-breaking double with two outs in the seventh inning, to lift the Cubs to an 8-5 victory over the Nationals on Saturday. Chicago now has a 3-0 lead in this four-game showdown between the teams with the best records in the National League....2016
  • • Cubs open Wrigley Field with power rally
    The Cubs got to christen their new party room Monday night. Addison Russell smacked a three-run homer in the eighth inning to lift the Cubs to a 5-3 victory over the Reds in the home opener in front of 40,882 at Wrigley Field....2016
  • • Backyard BBQ: Host Cubs rout Reds on 4th
    After being swept by the Mets in New York, all the Cubs needed to snap a four-game losing streak was a little home cooking and a game against the Reds. Kris Bryant belted his National League-leading 24th home run, Addison Russell drove in three runs, including a pair on his ninth homer, and rookie Willson Contreras added a solo shot to power the Cubs to a 10-4 victory on Monday over the Reds at Wr...2016
  • • Cubs ride trio of homers to win over Pirates
    So much for the Cubs' losing streak. Both Addison Russell and David Ross hit a three-run homer while Kris Bryant added a two-run shot to power the Cubs to a 9-4 victory over the Pirates on Friday afternoon at Wrigley Field, snapping their skid at two games. Chicago is now 4-0 against Pittsburgh this season....2016
  • • Unbeaten Arrieta tops Bucs for NL-best 7th W
    Jake Arrieta continued his hot streak, striking out 11 and giving up three hits over eight innings in the Cubs' 8-2 victory over the Pirates on a chilly Saturday at Wrigley Field. Anthony Rizzo smacked a three-run homer and Addison Russell added a two-run shot for the Cubs, who now have won Arrieta's last 21 starts, extending a franchise record....2016

Addison Russell fantasy rankings and news

  • • Epstein: Machado speculation “in fantasy land at this point”
    There’s been plenty of buzz about the Orioles’ poor start to the season and the impending free agency of Manny Machado, with seemingly countless reports connecting Machado to various teams throughout the league. The Cubs have been perhaps the most oft-cited match for Machado, but in a radio appearance on the Mully & Hanley show on 670 The Score, president of baseball operations Theo Epstein scoffe...2018
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  • • Dynasty-league rankings: Young bats dominate top tier
    And what an exciting time it is to play dynasty fantasy baseball. At shortstop alone, owners can expect years of contributions from the likes of Carlos Correa, Francisco Lindor, Addison Russell and Xander Bogaerts...2016
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Addison Russell schedule, game

  • • Camp battles: Cubs’ second base competition
    2020
  • • Addison Russell gets cold reception in first spring training at-bat
    2019
  • • Cubs players throw support behind ‘brother’ Addison Russell
    2019
  • • Quick Hits: Tulo, Napoli, Castellanos, Rays
    Troy Tulowitzki impressed enough in his December 16th showcase to draw genuine interest from as many as 16 major league clubs, per Andy Martino of SNY.tv. The Cubs were reportedly willing to hand Tulo their starting shortstop position at least until the end of Addison Russell’s suspension. The Pirates, as well, liked Tulo’s lateral mobility and…...2019
  • • Cubs SS Addison Russell to be suspended by MLB
    The Chicago Cubs are not just reeling from a premature playoff exit at the hands of the Colorado Rockies. One of their franchise cornerstones might have played his final game at the friendly confines as a member of the Cubs.Having already been placed on administrative leave following allegations by his ex-wife, shortstop Addison Russell can now expect to be suspended by Major League Baseball. As t...2018
  • • MLB Places Addison Russell On Administrative Leave
    OCT. 2: MLB expects to reach a decision on Russell’s case “shortly,” perhaps before the end of the playoffs, commissioner Rob Manfred said Tuesday (via Patrick Mooney of The Athletic; subscription required). Interestingly, Mooney reports there’s a “sense around the team” that Russell has played his final game as a Cub. SEPT. 28: In her first…...2018
  • • Report: 'Sense around the team' that Addison Russell is done as a Cub
    Major League Baseball expects to reach a decision on Chicago Cubs shortstop Addison Russell’s domestic violence case “shortly,” perhaps before the end of the playoffs, commissioner Rob Manfred said Tuesday, via Patrick Mooney of The Athletic (subscription required). Mooney also reports there’s a “sense around the team” that Russell has played his final game as a Cub.On September 19, Melisa Reidy, ...2018
  • • Addison Russell’s leave reportedly extended through end of season
    Addison Russell has been placed on administrative leave by Major League Baseball in the wake of domestic violence allegations, and the shortstop is going to remain out through the remainder of the regular season and likely beyond.According to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic, Russell’s indefinite leave has been extended to run at least through Sunday, which is the final day of the regular season. As ...2018
  • • Cubs Activate Kris Bryant, Addison Russell
    The NL Central-leading Cubs are getting healthier as they charge toward a third straight division title. The club announced that it has activated superstar third baseman Kris Bryant and shortstop Addison Russell from the 10-day disabled list. Of the two, only Bryant’s in the Cubs’ starting lineup for Saturday’s game in Philadelphia. The Cubs’ roster…...2018
  • • Cubs activate Kris Bryant, Addison Russell
    The NL Central-leading Cubs are getting healthier as they charge toward a third straight division title. The club announced that it has activated superstar third baseman Kris Bryant and shortstop Addison Russell from the 10-day disabled list. Of the two, only Bryant’s in the Cubs’ starting lineup for Saturday’s game in Philadelphia.The Cubs roster looks stronger than it did when Bryant landed on t...2018

Addison Russell rumors, scandals

  • • Epstein: 'No finish line' on Russell return to Cubs
    The Cubs could keep Addison Russell in the minors by optioning him to Triple-A after his 40-game suspension for violating the league's domestic violence, sexual assault and child abuse policy is up....2019
  • • Addison Russell gets cold reception in first spring training at-bat
    2019
  • • Epstein: Machado speculation “in fantasy land at this point”
    2018
  • • NL Notes: Russell, Kershaw, Reds, Mets
    There has been speculation about the Cubs pursuing Orioles shortstop Manny Machado in a deal that could cost the North Siders their current shortstop, Addison Russell. But Russell told Patrick Mooney of The Athletic (subscription required) and other reporters Saturday that he’s not sweating those rumors. “As far as the trade rumors, if it happens,…...2018
  • • Cubs' Russell not concerned about Machado rumors
    There has been speculation about the Cubs pursuing Orioles shortstop Manny Machado in a deal that could cost the North Siders their current shortstop, Addison Russell. But Russell told Patrick Mooney of The Athletic (subscription required) and other reporters Saturday that he’s not sweating those rumors. “As far as the trade rumors, if it happens, it happens. But I really don’t pay them any attent...2018
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  • • Rizzo, Russell's Awakening Is Great Sign for Cubs' NLCS Hopes
    2016
  • • Cubs vs. Dodgers: NLCS Game 5 Live Stream Schedule, Preview and Pick
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