Addison Russell wasn’t drawing any attention from MLB clubs, at least not on a guaranteed deal, so he turned his eyes to South Korea. Multiple sources had reported interest a week or so ago and he has now officially signed a one-year, $530,000 deal with the Kiwoom Heroes. Oh the irony.
Russell was non-tendered by the Cubs this offseason in large part due to a pattern of domestic abuse that led to a 40-game suspension that covered parts 2018 and ’19. Beyond the despicable behavior off the field, Russell’s play had also deteriorated since a breakout sophomore campaign in which he posted 3.