I’ve beaten this narrative into the ground. Will Addison Russell turn a long-awaited corner? Can he be an elite player? Etc. Etc. But, after another slow start from the Chicago Cubs infielder, it’s time the front office – and fans, myself included – move on from what might have been.
Let me preface all of this with a very clear statement. Russell has all the tools to be an elite defender. With his shoulder injury behind him, he best defensive days may very well be ahead of him. That’s not the issue here.
Well, there is one thing.