Cubs shortstop Addison Russell spoke to the media at spring training on Friday to address his suspension for violating Major League Baseball's domestic violence policy.
"I've had time to reflect and through counseling I have a better understanding of what domestic abuse really is and I am committed to my work right now," Russell said. "That's my main focus and already I see the benefits that come with that with my family and with my children."
The league handed Russell a 40-game suspension in October following investigations of domestic abuse against his ex-wife, Melisa Reidy.