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Addison Russell Says Domestic Violence Allegations 'Completely False'

After being placed on administrative leave Major League Baseballon Friday following new details in his domestic violence case coming to light, Chicago Cubs shortstop Addison Russell has denied the accusations leveled against him.

Russell addressed the situation in a statement on Friday, per the MLB Players Association:

MLBPA Communications

The Major League Baseball Players Association is releasing the following statement on behalf of Addison Russell https://t.co/lQkp8GMdN0

This article will be updated to provide more information on this story as it becomes available.