Russell releases statement on domestic abuse allegations

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by Press Release - Thursday, June 8, 2017 4:22 PM

CHICAGO – Chicago Cubs shortstop Addison Russell today issued the following statement.

"Any allegation I have abused my wife is false and hurtful,” said Russell. “For the well-being of my family, I’ll have no further comment.”

Check out the CubsHQ story here on the allegations.

*** Addison Russell is not available for tonight's game but he is not suspended as Maddon is just giving him the day off.

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