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Addison Russell Non-Tendered by Cubs, Making Him a Free Agent
Shortstop Addison Russell has been non-tendered by the Chicago Cubs, making him an unrestricted free agent. The announcement was made Monday just before the MLB deadline for contract decisions for arbitration-eligible players. Russell would have been due to make a contract worth nearly $5 million, according to projections, but will likely not be back with the team after a tumultuous…
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Cubs Say Javier Báez ‘Unlikely' to Play Again in Regular Season
The Chicago Cubs got even more bad news Monday as it appears shortstop Javier Báez will miss the rest of the regular season.
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Cubs Top Prospect Nico Hoerner Set to Make MLB Debut Monday
Chicago Cubs top prospect Nico Hoerner will make his MLB debut on Monday night, as he will play shortstop in the team’s opener against the San Diego Padres.
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Cubs to Call Up Top Prospect Nico Hoerner, Reports Say
With their shortstop depth ravaged by injuries, the Chicago Cubs will reportedly call up top prospect Nico Hoerner.
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Addison Russell Hit in Face by Pitch, Being Evaluated for Concussion
Chicago Cubs infielder Addison Russell suffered a nasal contusion after he was hit in the face by a pitch during Sunday’s game against the Milwaukee Brewers.
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Javier Báez Dealing With Hairline Fracture in Thumb, Team Says
An MRI on the injured left thumb of Chicago Cubs shortstop Javier Báez has revealed a hairline fracture, the team said Saturday.
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Cubs Recall Addison Russell, Demote Albert Almora Jr. to Minors
The Chicago Cubs made a series of roster moves on Friday afternoon, including recalling infielder Addison Russell from Triple-A Iowa.
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Cubs Reportedly Set to Call Up Ian Happ From Triple-A
The Chicago Cubs are going to add another bat to their roster this weekend, as the team will reportedly promote outfielder Ian Happ from Triple-A Iowa.
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Chicago Cubs Option Addison Russell, Activate Willson Contreras
Chicago Cubs infielder Addison Russell is heading to Triple-A Iowa after the team optioned him from its 25 man roster on Wednesday afternoon.
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Lester, Cubs Bounce Back With 8-1 Victory Over Angels
Jon Lester returned to form, allowing one run in seven innings, and the Chicago Cubs’ offense came alive in an 8-1 victory over the Los Angeles Angels on Monday.
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Chicago Cubs' Offense Sputters as Cardinals Win With Walk-Off
Matt Carpenter knew exactly what he needed to do. Carpenter hit a game-ending single against an unusual defensive alignment in the 10th inning, and the St. Louis Cardinals beat the Chicago Cubs 2-1 on Friday night.
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Javier Baez Back in Chicago Cubs' Lineup vs. Phillies
Chicago Cubs shortstop Javier Báez was out of the team’s starting lineup in their last two games, but he’ll be back on the field Wednesday as the club continues its series against the Philadelphia Phillies.
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Addison Russell Says He Understands Fans' Booing
Addison Russell says he understands the booing he has heard since returning to the Chicago Cubs after his suspension for violating baseball’s domestic violence policy, calling it “a serious issue.”
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Cubs to Recall Addison Russell From Triple-A, Place Pedro Strop on Injured List
It’s been nearly a week since the Chicago Cubs officially activated shortstop Addison Russell from the restricted list following his suspension over domestic violence allegations, but now it appears that the team is set to welcome him back to Chicago.
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Domestic Violence Expert: Wait and See With Addison Russell
In the aftermath of Addison Russell’s suspension for violating baseball’s domestic violence policy, the Chicago Cubs decided to put their staff through enhanced training.
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Addison Russell Heading to Triple-A When Suspension Ends, Cubs Say
The Chicago Cubs will option shortstop Addison Russell to Triple-A Iowa when he’s eligible to return from his 40-game suspension for violating Major League Baseball’s domestic violence policy later this week.
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Addison Russell Says He's Focused on Becoming a Better Person as Suspension Nears End
Chicago Cubs shortstop Addison Russell said Thursday that he is focused on “trying to become a better person” since being suspended for 40 games for violating Major League Baseball’s domestic violence policy.
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Addison Russell Discusses Suspension, Return to Cubs
Cubs shortstop Addison Russell discusses his suspension and his impending return to the team.