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Chicago Cubs cut ties with controversial infielder Addison Russell
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The Cubs can't possibly keep Addison Russell, can they?
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Cubs cut ties with Addison Russell. Theo Epstein says it's simply
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Column: Chicago Cubs search for magic of 2016 after 'winter of
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Addison Russell - Chicago Cubs Second Baseman - ESPN
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Chicago Cubs: Is Albert Almora the odd man out in 2020?
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Addison Russell - Wikipedia
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Chicago Cubs: Interview with ESPN's Dan Shulman
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Addison Russell on Administrative Leave After Domestic Violence
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Cubs don't offer Addison Russell contract after two years of
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Cubs, Addison Russell avoid arbitration with one year, $3.2M deal