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Addison Russell Says He Has to Be 'Responsible' for Actions Amid Fan Criticism

Chicago Cubs shortstop Addison Russell says he understands fans who have a negative reaction to him being back in the big leagues following his suspension for alleged domestic violence.

Per ESPN.com's Jesse Rogers, Russell spoke about the response he's received since being called up by Chicago on Wednesday.

"Everyone is entitled to doing whatever they want to do, think whatever they want to think, say whatever they want to say," he said. "The reaction to me, I have to respect that. My actions are what they are. I have to be responsible for them.