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Addison Russell strikes out in the third inning against the Marlins on May 8, 2019, at Wrigley Field.

Addison Russell strikes out in the third inning against the Marlins on May 8, 2019, at Wrigley Field.  (Brian Cassella / Chicago Tribune)

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Addison Russell waits to bat against the Marlins on May 8, 2019, at Wrigley Field.

Addison Russell waits to bat against the Marlins on May 8, 2019, at Wrigley Field.  (Brian Cassella / Chicago Tribune)

Addison Russell gets a hug from Cubs manager Joe Maddon before a game against the Marlins on May 8, 2019.

Addison Russell gets a hug from Cubs manager Joe Maddon before a game against the Marlins on May 8, 2019.  (Brian Cassella / Chicago Tribune)

Addison Russell takes batting practice after he was promoted to the Cubs from Triple A on May 8, 2019, at Wrigley Field.

Addison Russell takes batting practice after he was promoted to the Cubs from Triple A on May 8, 2019, at Wrigley Field.  (Brian Cassella / Chicago Tribune)

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Addison Russell speaks to the media after his return to the Cubs from a 40-game suspension on May 8, 2019, at Wrigley Field.

Addison Russell speaks to the media after his return to the Cubs from a 40-game suspension on May 8, 2019, at Wrigley Field.  (Brian Cassella / Chicago Tribune)

Cubs second baseman Addison Russell arrives for batting practice after his return to the club from a 40-game suspension on May 8, 2019, at Wrigley Field.

Cubs second baseman Addison Russell arrives for batting practice after his return to the club from a 40-game suspension on May 8, 2019, at Wrigley Field.  (Brian Cassella/Chicago Tribune)

Iowa Cubs shortstop Addison Russell walks on the field during a Triple-A game against the Nashville Sounds on April 24, 2019, in Des Moines, Iowa.

Iowa Cubs shortstop Addison Russell walks on the field during a Triple-A game against the Nashville Sounds on April 24, 2019, in Des Moines, Iowa.  (Charlie Neibergall / AP)

Iowa Cubs shortstop Addison Russell walks out of the dugout before a Triple-A game against the Nashville Sounds on April 24, 2019, in Des Moines, Iowa.

Iowa Cubs shortstop Addison Russell walks out of the dugout before a Triple-A game against the Nashville Sounds on April 24, 2019, in Des Moines, Iowa.  (Charlie Neibergall / AP)

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Iowa Cubs shortstop Addison Russell bats during the first inning of a Triple-A game against the Nashville Sounds on April 24, 2019, in Des Moines, Iowa.

Iowa Cubs shortstop Addison Russell bats during the first inning of a Triple-A game against the Nashville Sounds on April 24, 2019, in Des Moines, Iowa.  (Charlie Neibergall / AP)

Addison Russell walks through the dugout in the third inning of a Cactus League game against the Diamondbacks at spring training on Feb. 26, 2019.

Addison Russell walks through the dugout in the third inning of a Cactus League game against the Diamondbacks at spring training on Feb. 26, 2019.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Addison Russell signs autographs before the first inning of a Cactus League game against the Diamondbacks at Sloan Park in Mesa, Ariz., on Tuesday Feb. 26, 2019.

Addison Russell signs autographs before the first inning of a Cactus League game against the Diamondbacks at Sloan Park in Mesa, Ariz., on Tuesday Feb. 26, 2019.  (Armando L. Sanchez/Chicago Tribune)

Cubs shortstop Addison Russell addresses the media about his suspension for domestic abuse on Feb. 15, 2019 at spring training in Mesa, Ariz.

Cubs shortstop Addison Russell addresses the media about his suspension for domestic abuse on Feb. 15, 2019 at spring training in Mesa, Ariz.  (Brian Cassella / Chicago Tribune)

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shortstop Addison Russell addresses the media about his suspension for domestic abust on Feb. 15, 2019, at spring training in Mesa, Ariz.

shortstop Addison Russell addresses the media about his suspension for domestic abust on Feb. 15, 2019, at spring training in Mesa, Ariz.  (Brian Cassella / Chicago Tribune)

Cubs shortstop Addison Russell takes infield practice at spring training on Feb. 12, 2019.

Cubs shortstop Addison Russell takes infield practice at spring training on Feb. 12, 2019.  (Brian Cassella / Chicago Tribune)

Cubs shortstop Addison Russell at spring training on Feb. 12, 2019.

Cubs shortstop Addison Russell at spring training on Feb. 12, 2019.  (Brian Cassella / Chicago Tribune)

Cubs shortstop Addison Russell waits for a ball during the fourth inning against the Reds at Wrigley Field, on Saturday, Sept. 15, 2018.

Cubs shortstop Addison Russell waits for a ball during the fourth inning against the Reds at Wrigley Field, on Saturday, Sept. 15, 2018.  (Jeff Haynes / AP)

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Cubs shortstop Addison Russell, right, flips the ball in the air after tagging out the Diamondbacks' Paul Goldschmidt trying to steal second base for the final out during the ninth inning, Monday, Sept. 17, 2018, in Phoenix.

Cubs shortstop Addison Russell, right, flips the ball in the air after tagging out the Diamondbacks’ Paul Goldschmidt trying to steal second base for the final out during the ninth inning, Monday, Sept. 17, 2018, in Phoenix.  (Ross D. Franklin / AP)

Cubs shortstop Addison Russell makes a diving play on a sharp ground ball before throwing out the Brewers' Ryan Braun at first base in the ninth inning at Wrigley Field on Tuesday, Sept. 11, 2018.

Cubs shortstop Addison Russell makes a diving play on a sharp ground ball before throwing out the Brewers’ Ryan Braun at first base in the ninth inning at Wrigley Field on Tuesday, Sept. 11, 2018.  (Chris Sweda / Chicago Tribune)

Cubs shortstop Addison Russell fields a ground ball hit by the Nationals' Anthony Rendon during the fifth inning of the first game of a doubleheader, Saturday, Sept. 8, 2018, in Washington.

Cubs shortstop Addison Russell fields a ground ball hit by the Nationals’ Anthony Rendon during the fifth inning of the first game of a doubleheader, Saturday, Sept. 8, 2018, in Washington.  (Nick Wass / AP)

Jesus Aguilar of the Brewers slides into second base for a double past Addison Russell of the Cubs in the first inning at Miller Park on Sept. 3, 2018, in Milwaukee.

Jesus Aguilar of the Brewers slides into second base for a double past Addison Russell of the Cubs in the first inning at Miller Park on Sept. 3, 2018, in Milwaukee.  (Dylan Buell / Getty Images)

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The Pirates' Josh Bell is out on a fielder's choice as Cubs shortstop Addison Russell relays to first on a ground ball by Josh Harrison, Sunday, Aug. 19, 2018, in Pittsburgh.

The Pirates’ Josh Bell is out on a fielder’s choice as Cubs shortstop Addison Russell relays to first on a ground ball by Josh Harrison, Sunday, Aug. 19, 2018, in Pittsburgh.  (Keith Srakocic / AP)

The Cubs' Addison Russell is tagged out by Pirates third baseman David Freese on a pickoff throw from catcher Elias Diaz in the tenth inning, Sunday, Aug. 19, 2018, in Pittsburgh.

The Cubs’ Addison Russell is tagged out by Pirates third baseman David Freese on a pickoff throw from catcher Elias Diaz in the tenth inning, Sunday, Aug. 19, 2018, in Pittsburgh.  (Keith Srakocic / AP)

Cubs shortstop Addison Russell and Joe Maddon prepare for a game against the Diamondbacks at Wrigley Field on Wednesday, July 25, 2018.

Cubs shortstop Addison Russell and Joe Maddon prepare for a game against the Diamondbacks at Wrigley Field on Wednesday, July 25, 2018.  (Brian Cassella / Chicago Tribune)

Cubs shortstop Addison Russell reaches to catch a fly ball from Cardinals third baseman Matt Carpenter in the ninth inning at Wrigley Field on Sunday, July 22, 2018.

Cubs shortstop Addison Russell reaches to catch a fly ball from Cardinals third baseman Matt Carpenter in the ninth inning at Wrigley Field on Sunday, July 22, 2018.  (John J. Kim / Chicago Tribune)

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Cubs shortstop Addison Russell chases a popup by Tigers center fielder JaCoby Jones in the sixth inning at Wrigley Field on Wednesday, July 4, 2018.

Cubs shortstop Addison Russell chases a popup by Tigers center fielder JaCoby Jones in the sixth inning at Wrigley Field on Wednesday, July 4, 2018.  (John J. Kim / Chicago Tribune)

Cubs shortstop Addison Russell walks in the dugout Sunday, July 1, 2018 at Wrigley Field.

Cubs shortstop Addison Russell walks in the dugout Sunday, July 1, 2018 at Wrigley Field.  (Brian Cassella / Chicago Tribune)

Cubs shortstop Addison Russell celebrates after hitting a grand slam in the fifth inning against the Twins at Wrigley Field on Friday, June 29, 2018.

Cubs shortstop Addison Russell celebrates after hitting a grand slam in the fifth inning against the Twins at Wrigley Field on Friday, June 29, 2018.  (John J. Kim / Chicago Tribune)

Cubs left fielder Kyle Schwarber and shortstop Addison Russell celebrate after finishing the top of the third inning Tuesday, June 19, 2018 at Wrigley Field.

Cubs left fielder Kyle Schwarber and shortstop Addison Russell celebrate after finishing the top of the third inning Tuesday, June 19, 2018 at Wrigley Field.  (Brian Cassella / Chicago Tribune)

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Cubs shortstop Addison Russell fields a ground ball in the eighth inning against the Pirates at Wrigley Field on Friday, June 8, 2018.

Cubs shortstop Addison Russell fields a ground ball in the eighth inning against the Pirates at Wrigley Field on Friday, June 8, 2018.  (John J. Kim / Chicago Tribune)

Cubs shortstop Addison Russell heads to the dugout after striking out in the second inning against the Indians at Wrigley Field, Tuesday, May 22, 2018.

Cubs shortstop Addison Russell heads to the dugout after striking out in the second inning against the Indians at Wrigley Field, Tuesday, May 22, 2018.  (John J. Kim / Chicago Tribune)

Cubs shortstop Addison Russell celebrates his home run in the third inning Wednesday, May 9, 2018 at Wrigley Field.

Cubs shortstop Addison Russell celebrates his home run in the third inning Wednesday, May 9, 2018 at Wrigley Field.  (Brian Cassella / Chicago Tribune)

Cubs shortstop Addison Russell triples in the fifth inning Sunday, April 29, 2018, at Wrigley Field.

Cubs shortstop Addison Russell triples in the fifth inning Sunday, April 29, 2018, at Wrigley Field.  (Brian Cassella / Chicago Tribune)

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Cubs shortstop Addison Russell sits in the dugout Sunday, April 29, 2018, at Wrigley Field.

Cubs shortstop Addison Russell sits in the dugout Sunday, April 29, 2018, at Wrigley Field.  (Brian Cassella / Chicago Tribune)

Cubs shortstop Addison Russell scores during the seventh inning against the Brewers on Friday, April 27, 2018, at Wrigley Field.

Cubs shortstop Addison Russell scores during the seventh inning against the Brewers on Friday, April 27, 2018, at Wrigley Field.  (Erin Hooley / Chicago Tribune)

Cubs shortstop Addison Russell fields a ground ball before throwing to first base for an out in the ninth inning against the Brewers at Wrigley Field on Saturday, April 28, 2018.

Cubs shortstop Addison Russell fields a ground ball before throwing to first base for an out in the ninth inning against the Brewers at Wrigley Field on Saturday, April 28, 2018.  (Chris Sweda / Chicago Tribune)

Addison Russell attends the eighth annual Bricks & Ivy Ball at Navy Pier to benefit Cubs Charities on Wednesday, April, 18 2018.

Addison Russell attends the eighth annual Bricks & Ivy Ball at Navy Pier to benefit Cubs Charities on Wednesday, April, 18 2018.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

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Pirates left fielder Corey Dickerson slides safely into second base as Addison Russell (27) makes the play during the fourth inning of a baseball game on Thursday, April 12, 2018, in Chicago.

Pirates left fielder Corey Dickerson slides safely into second base as Addison Russell (27) makes the play during the fourth inning of a baseball game on Thursday, April 12, 2018, in Chicago.  (Matt Marton / AP)

Addison Russell dives safely back to first base on a pickoff attempt in the seventh inning of an opening day baseball game against the Miami Marlins in Miami Thursday March 29, 2018. Cubs won 8-4.

Addison Russell dives safely back to first base on a pickoff attempt in the seventh inning of an opening day baseball game against the Miami Marlins in Miami Thursday March 29, 2018. Cubs won 8-4.  (Gaston De Cardenas / AP)

Chicago Cubs' Addison Russell hits against the Arizona Diamondbacks during the second inning of a spring training baseball game Thursday, March 15, 2018, in Mesa, Ariz.

Chicago Cubs’ Addison Russell hits against the Arizona Diamondbacks during the second inning of a spring training baseball game Thursday, March 15, 2018, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Matt York / AP)

Cubs shortstop Addison Russell celebrates with teammates in the dugout after scoring on a double by Javier Baez during the first inning of a spring training game against the Dodgers on March 6, 2018 in Mesa, Ariz.

Cubs shortstop Addison Russell celebrates with teammates in the dugout after scoring on a double by Javier Baez during the first inning of a spring training game against the Dodgers on March 6, 2018 in Mesa, Ariz.  (Norm Hall / Getty Images)

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Manager Joe Maddon chats with shortstop Addison Russell before the Cubs play the White Sox at Sloan Park in Mesa Az., Tuesday Feb. 27, 2018.

Manager Joe Maddon chats with shortstop Addison Russell before the Cubs play the White Sox at Sloan Park in Mesa Az., Tuesday Feb. 27, 2018.  (Nancy Stone / Chicago Tribune)

Cubs shortstop Addison Russell bats during the fourth inning of a spring training game against the Rangers, Saturday, Feb. 24, 2018, in Mesa, Ariz.

Cubs shortstop Addison Russell bats during the fourth inning of a spring training game against the Rangers, Saturday, Feb. 24, 2018, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Carlos Osorio / AP)

Addison Russell gets ready for batting practice during morning practice in Phoenix on Friday Feb. 23, 2018.

Addison Russell gets ready for batting practice during morning practice in Phoenix on Friday Feb. 23, 2018.  (Nancy Stone / Chicago Tribune)

Addison Russell waits his turn for batting practice during the morning practice session in Phoenix on Friday Feb. 23, 2018.

Addison Russell waits his turn for batting practice during the morning practice session in Phoenix on Friday Feb. 23, 2018.  (Nancy Stone / Chicago Tribune)

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Addison Russell throws the ball while running drills on the first day of full squad spring training practice at Sloan Park Monday Feb. 19, 2018, in Mesa, Ariz.

Addison Russell throws the ball while running drills on the first day of full squad spring training practice at Sloan Park Monday Feb. 19, 2018, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Addison Russell fields ground balls during Cubs spring training at Sloan Park Saturday Feb. 17, 2018, in Mesa, Ariz.

Addison Russell fields ground balls during Cubs spring training at Sloan Park Saturday Feb. 17, 2018, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Jackson Van Der Bleek, 11, takes a picture with Addison Russell during the Cubs Convention at the Sheraton Grand Chicago hotel Saturday, Jan. 13, 2018, in Chicago.

Jackson Van Der Bleek, 11, takes a picture with Addison Russell during the Cubs Convention at the Sheraton Grand Chicago hotel Saturday, Jan. 13, 2018, in Chicago.  (John J. Kim / Chicago Tribune)

Addison Russell works the crowd during the annual Cubs Convention Friday, Jan. 12, 2018, in Chicago.

Addison Russell works the crowd during the annual Cubs Convention Friday, Jan. 12, 2018, in Chicago.  (Charles Rex Arbogast / AP)

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Addison Russell, left, slides safely into home plate on a Ben Zobrist single while Cardinals catcher Yadier Molina, right, right, bobbles the throw during the fourth inning Sunday, Sept. 17, 2017.

Addison Russell, left, slides safely into home plate on a Ben Zobrist single while Cardinals catcher Yadier Molina, right, right, bobbles the throw during the fourth inning Sunday, Sept. 17, 2017.  (Paul Beaty / AP)

Cubs shortstop Addison Russell walks through the dugout before the first inning against the Cardinals at Wrigley Field on Sunday, Sept. 17, 2017.

Cubs shortstop Addison Russell walks through the dugout before the first inning against the Cardinals at Wrigley Field on Sunday, Sept. 17, 2017.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Javier Baez and Addison Russell hug at the end of their Cubs' 4-1 win over the Cardinals at Wrigley Field on Saturday Sept., 16, 2017.

Javier Baez and Addison Russell hug at the end of their Cubs’ 4-1 win over the Cardinals at Wrigley Field on Saturday Sept., 16, 2017.  (Nuccio DiNuzzo / Chicago Tribune)

Addison Russell celebrates in the dugout after his solo home run against the Cardinals at Wrigley Field on Saturday Sept., 16, 2017.

Addison Russell celebrates in the dugout after his solo home run against the Cardinals at Wrigley Field on Saturday Sept., 16, 2017.  (Nuccio DiNuzzo / Chicago Tribune)

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Cubs shortstop Addison Russell walks on the sideline before a Bears-Broncos preseason game Thursday, Aug. 10, 2017, in Chicago.

Cubs shortstop Addison Russell walks on the sideline before a Bears-Broncos preseason game Thursday, Aug. 10, 2017, in Chicago.  (Nam Y. Huh / AP)

Cubs shortstop Addison Russell before the game Sunday, July 30, 2017, at Miller Park in Milwaukee.

Cubs shortstop Addison Russell before the game Sunday, July 30, 2017, at Miller Park in Milwaukee.  (Brian Cassella / Chicago Tribune)

White Sox catcher Omar Narvaez is put out by Cubs shortstop Addison Russell at second base to end the eighth inning at Wrigley Field on Tuesday, July 25, 2017.

White Sox catcher Omar Narvaez is put out by Cubs shortstop Addison Russell at second base to end the eighth inning at Wrigley Field on Tuesday, July 25, 2017.  (Nancy Stone / Chicago Tribune)

Cubs shortstop Addison Russell scores in the second inning against the White Sox on Tuesday, July 25, 2017, at Wrigley Field.

Cubs shortstop Addison Russell scores in the second inning against the White Sox on Tuesday, July 25, 2017, at Wrigley Field.  (Brian Cassella / Chicago Tribune)

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Cubs shortstop Addison Russell strikes out in the second inning Wednesday, July 5, 2017, at Wrigley Field.

Cubs shortstop Addison Russell strikes out in the second inning Wednesday, July 5, 2017, at Wrigley Field.  (Brian Cassella / Chicago Tribune)

Cubs shortstop Addison Russell fields a ground ball from the Reds' Arismendy Alcantara for a fielder's choice to second to put out Devin Mesoraco in the fifth inning Sunday, July 2, 2017, in Cincinnati.

Cubs shortstop Addison Russell fields a ground ball from the Reds’ Arismendy Alcantara for a fielder’s choice to second to put out Devin Mesoraco in the fifth inning Sunday, July 2, 2017, in Cincinnati.  (John Minchillo / AP)

The Cubs' Addison Russell high-fives his teammates after scoring in the eighth inning against the Marlins at Marlins Park on June 22, 2017, in Miami.

The Cubs’ Addison Russell high-fives his teammates after scoring in the eighth inning against the Marlins at Marlins Park on June 22, 2017, in Miami.  (Eric Espada / Getty Images)

Addison Russell drives in a run with a single in the fourth inning of a game against the Padres at Wrigley Field on June 20, 2017.

Addison Russell drives in a run with a single in the fourth inning of a game against the Padres at Wrigley Field on June 20, 2017.  (Chris Sweda / Chicago Tribune)

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Addison Russell turns a double play against the Pirates' Adam Frazier in the seventh inning at PNC Park on June 17, 2017, in Pittsburgh.

Addison Russell turns a double play against the Pirates’ Adam Frazier in the seventh inning at PNC Park on June 17, 2017, in Pittsburgh.  (Justin Berl / Getty Images)

Addison Russell sits in the dugout in the ninth inning of a 4-3 loss to the Pirates on June 17, 2017.

Addison Russell sits in the dugout in the ninth inning of a 4-3 loss to the Pirates on June 17, 2017.  (Gene J. Puskar / AP)

Addison Russell watches his home run in the 6th inning against the Rockies at Wrigley Field in Chicago on June 11, 2017.

Addison Russell watches his home run in the 6th inning against the Rockies at Wrigley Field in Chicago on June 11, 2017.  (Nancy Stone / Chicago Tribune)

Addison Russell walks back to the dugout after flying out in the fifth inning of a game against the Marlins at Wrigley Field on June 6, 2017.

Addison Russell walks back to the dugout after flying out in the fifth inning of a game against the Marlins at Wrigley Field on June 6, 2017.  (Chris Sweda / Chicago Tribune)

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Cubs shortstop Addison Russell gets the Dodgers' Chase Utley out on a double play on May 28, 2017.

Cubs shortstop Addison Russell gets the Dodgers’ Chase Utley out on a double play on May 28, 2017.  (MIKE NELSON / EPA)

Addison Russell loses control of his bat as it flies into the stands during an at-bat in the sixth inning against the Giants at Wrigley Field on May 24, 2017.

Addison Russell loses control of his bat as it flies into the stands during an at-bat in the sixth inning against the Giants at Wrigley Field on May 24, 2017.  (Chris Sweda / Chicago Tribune)

Cubs shortstop Addison Russell before the game against the Brewers on Wednesday, April 19, 2017, at Wrigley Field.

Cubs shortstop Addison Russell before the game against the Brewers on Wednesday, April 19, 2017, at Wrigley Field.  (Brian Cassella / Chicago Tribune)

Cubs shortstop Addison Russell celebrates his walk-off home run in the ninth inning Wednesday, April 19, 2017, at Wrigley Field.

Cubs shortstop Addison Russell celebrates his walk-off home run in the ninth inning Wednesday, April 19, 2017, at Wrigley Field.  (Brian Cassella / Chicago Tribune)

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Cubs shortstop Addison Russell takes the field Thursday, April 13, 2017, at Wrigley Field.

Cubs shortstop Addison Russell takes the field Thursday, April 13, 2017, at Wrigley Field.  (Brian Cassella / Chicago Tribune)

Cubs shortstop Addison Russell celebrates his home run in the fourth inning Thursday, April 13, 2017, at Wrigley Field.

Cubs shortstop Addison Russell celebrates his home run in the fourth inning Thursday, April 13, 2017, at Wrigley Field.  (Brian Cassella / Chicago Tribune)

The Cardinals' Stephen Piscotty beats the throw to Cubs shortstop Addison Russell in the fifth inning at Busch Stadium on April 4, 2017, in St. Louis.

The Cardinals’ Stephen Piscotty beats the throw to Cubs shortstop Addison Russell in the fifth inning at Busch Stadium on April 4, 2017, in St. Louis.  (Dilip Vishwanat / Getty Images)

Cubs shortstop Addison Russell during batting practice at Busch Stadium in St. Louis on Sunday, April 2, 2017.

Cubs shortstop Addison Russell during batting practice at Busch Stadium in St. Louis on Sunday, April 2, 2017.  (Nuccio DiNuzzo / Chicago Tribune)

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Addison Russell hits during a spring training game against the White Sox on Friday, March 17, 2017, in Phoenix.

Addison Russell hits during a spring training game against the White Sox on Friday, March 17, 2017, in Phoenix.  (Darron Cummings / AP)

Addison Russell, left, gets into position to tag out Reds shortstop Arismendy Alcantara on a steal attempt at second base during the fifth inning of a spring training game on Thursday, March 2, 2017, in Goodyear, Ariz.

Addison Russell, left, gets into position to tag out Reds shortstop Arismendy Alcantara on a steal attempt at second base during the fifth inning of a spring training game on Thursday, March 2, 2017, in Goodyear, Ariz.  (Ross D. Franklin / AP)

Addison Russell walks through the dugout after the fourth inning of an exhibition game against the White Sox during spring training at Sloan Park on Monday, Feb. 27, 2017 in Mesa, Ariz.

Addison Russell walks through the dugout after the fourth inning of an exhibition game against the White Sox during spring training at Sloan Park on Monday, Feb. 27, 2017 in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Cubs shortstop Addison Russell celebrates with his team after hitting a home run during the second inning of an exhibition game against the White Sox during spring training in Sloan Park on Monday, Feb. 27, 2017 in Mesa, Ariz.

Cubs shortstop Addison Russell celebrates with his team after hitting a home run during the second inning of an exhibition game against the White Sox during spring training in Sloan Park on Monday, Feb. 27, 2017 in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

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Addison Russell throws the ball to home plate during spring training on Wednesday, Feb. 22, 2017 in Mesa, Ariz.

Addison Russell throws the ball to home plate during spring training on Wednesday, Feb. 22, 2017 in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Cubs shortstop Addison Russell high-fives fans on the first day of the Cubs Convention at the Sheraton Grand Chicago on Friday, Jan. 13, 2017.

Cubs shortstop Addison Russell high-fives fans on the first day of the Cubs Convention at the Sheraton Grand Chicago on Friday, Jan. 13, 2017.  (Chris Sweda / Chicago Tribune)

Addison Russell poses for a photo with the Commissioner's Trophy during the Anthony Rizzo Family Foundation's second annual "Laugh-Off for Cancer" event at Studio Paris on Thursday, Jan. 12, 2017, in Chicago.

Addison Russell poses for a photo with the Commissioner’s Trophy during the Anthony Rizzo Family Foundation’s second annual “Laugh-Off for Cancer” event at Studio Paris on Thursday, Jan. 12, 2017, in Chicago.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Ben Zobrist, Addison Russell and Javier Baez are joined by Mickey Mouse and Goofy as streamers fall from the sky on Nov. 5, 2016, at Magic Kingdom at Disney World.

Ben Zobrist, Addison Russell and Javier Baez are joined by Mickey Mouse and Goofy as streamers fall from the sky on Nov. 5, 2016, at Magic Kingdom at Disney World.  (Handout / Getty Images)

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Addison Russell is introduced on Nov. 4, 2016 as the Cubs celebrate their World Series championship with a rally in Grant Park.

Addison Russell is introduced on Nov. 4, 2016 as the Cubs celebrate their World Series championship with a rally in Grant Park.  (Brian Cassella / Chicago Tribune)

Addison Russell waves to the crowd during the Cubs' World Series parade on Nov. 4, 2016.

Addison Russell waves to the crowd during the Cubs’ World Series parade on Nov. 4, 2016.  (Dylan Buell / Getty Images)

Addison Russell looks on during batting practice prior to Game 7 of the World Series on Nov. 2, 2016.

Addison Russell looks on during batting practice prior to Game 7 of the World Series on Nov. 2, 2016.  (Gregory Shamus / Getty Images)

Addison Russell celebrates the 9-3 win over the Indians in Game 6 of the World Series at Progressive Field on Nov. 1, 2016.

Addison Russell celebrates the 9-3 win over the Indians in Game 6 of the World Series at Progressive Field on Nov. 1, 2016.  (John J. Kim / Chicago Tribune)

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Addison Russell is greeted by teammates Anthony Rizzo, Ben Zobrist and Kyle Schwarber after hitting a grand slam in Game 6 of the World Series on Nov. 1, 2016.

Addison Russell is greeted by teammates Anthony Rizzo, Ben Zobrist and Kyle Schwarber after hitting a grand slam in Game 6 of the World Series on Nov. 1, 2016.  (Brian Cassella / Chicago Tribune)

Addison Russell rounds the bases after hitting a grand slam in Game 6 of the World Series against the Indians on Nov. 1, 2016.

Addison Russell rounds the bases after hitting a grand slam in Game 6 of the World Series against the Indians on Nov. 1, 2016.  (Chris Sweda / Chicago Tribune)

Addison Russell reacts after hitting a grand slam Game 6 of the World Series against the Indians on Nov. 1, 2016.

Addison Russell reacts after hitting a grand slam Game 6 of the World Series against the Indians on Nov. 1, 2016.  (Brian Cassella / Chicago Tribune)

Addison Russell throws to first base in the fifth inning against the Indians in Game 5 of the World Series at Wrigley Field on Oct. 30, 2016.

Addison Russell throws to first base in the fifth inning against the Indians in Game 5 of the World Series at Wrigley Field on Oct. 30, 2016.  (Elsa / Getty Images)

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Addison Russell reacts after getting a double play with the bases loaded to end the 5th inning in Game 3 of the World Series at Wrigle Field on Oct. 28, 2016.

Addison Russell reacts after getting a double play with the bases loaded to end the 5th inning in Game 3 of the World Series at Wrigle Field on Oct. 28, 2016.  (Nuccio DiNuzzo / Chicago Tribune)

Addison Russell grounds out in the eighth inning against the Indians in Game 3 of the World Series on Oct. 28, 2016, at Wrigley Field.

Addison Russell grounds out in the eighth inning against the Indians in Game 3 of the World Series on Oct. 28, 2016, at Wrigley Field.  (John J. Kim / Chicago Tribune)

Addison Russell scores in the second inning against the Dodgers during Game 6 of the NLCS at Wrigley Field on Oct. 22, 2016.

Addison Russell scores in the second inning against the Dodgers during Game 6 of the NLCS at Wrigley Field on Oct. 22, 2016.  (Brian Cassella / Chicago Tribune)

Addison Russell before Game 1 of the World Series at Progressive Field on Oct. 24, 2016.

Addison Russell before Game 1 of the World Series at Progressive Field on Oct. 24, 2016.  (Elsa / Getty Images)

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Addison Russell warms up before Game 6 of the NLDS against the Dodgers at Wrigley Field on Oct. 22, 2016.

Addison Russell warms up before Game 6 of the NLDS against the Dodgers at Wrigley Field on Oct. 22, 2016.  (David J. Phillip / AP)

Addison Russell hits a two-run home run in the sixth inning in Game 5 of the NLDS against the Dodgers on Oct. 20, 2016.

Addison Russell hits a two-run home run in the sixth inning in Game 5 of the NLDS against the Dodgers on Oct. 20, 2016.  (Nuccio DiNuzzo / Chicago Tribune)

Addison Russell reacts afters hitting a two-run home run in the sixth inning against the Dodgers in Game 5 of the NLCS at Dodger Stadium on Oct. 20, 2016.

Addison Russell reacts afters hitting a two-run home run in the sixth inning against the Dodgers in Game 5 of the NLCS at Dodger Stadium on Oct. 20, 2016.  (Harry How / Getty Images)

The Dodgers' Pedro Baez drops the ball as Addison Russell gets a single in the eighth inning in Game 5 of the NLDS at Dodger Stadium on Oct. 20, 2016.

The Dodgers’ Pedro Baez drops the ball as Addison Russell gets a single in the eighth inning in Game 5 of the NLDS at Dodger Stadium on Oct. 20, 2016.  (Jeff Gross / Getty Images)

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Addison Russell throws a football before Game 5 of the NLCS against the Dodgers in Los Angeles on Oct. 20, 2016.

Addison Russell throws a football before Game 5 of the NLCS against the Dodgers in Los Angeles on Oct. 20, 2016.  (David J. Phillip / AP)

Addison Russell celebrates his two-run home run with teammates during the fourth inning of Game 4 of the NLCS against the Dodgers on Oct. 19, 2016.

Addison Russell celebrates his two-run home run with teammates during the fourth inning of Game 4 of the NLCS against the Dodgers on Oct. 19, 2016.  (Mark J. Terrill / AP)

Addison Russell watches his two-run home run during the fourth inning of Game 4 of the NLCS against the Dodgers on Oct. 19, 2016.

Addison Russell watches his two-run home run during the fourth inning of Game 4 of the NLCS against the Dodgers on Oct. 19, 2016.  (Mark J. Terrill / AP)

Addison Russell works out before Game 3 of the NLCS against the Dodgers on Oct. 17, 2016.

Addison Russell works out before Game 3 of the NLCS against the Dodgers on Oct. 17, 2016.  (Brian Cassella / Chicago Tribune)

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