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Addison Russell Making A lot of Noise with the Bat this Spring

Addison Russell is the youngest player in the Cubs projected every day lineup. The 22-year old showed with the glove last season he belonged in the big leagues. Russell is the anchor defensively for an infield with three former All-Stars. This spring, the perennial Gold Glove shortstop has flashed the power most scouts projected before he was drafted.

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Addison Russell held his own last season at the plate. In 142 games, Russell batted .242/.307/.389 with 29 doubles, one triple and 13 home runs for a .