Chicago Cubs star Addison Russell has been suspended 40 games for violating the MLB's domestic abuse policy ... after his ex-wife accused him of physically and verbally abusing her.
Melisa Reidy -- who was briefly married to Russell for 2 years and had one child together -- accused the shortstop of "name calling," "intimidating me with personal force" and putting his hands on her.
The league placed Russell on administrative leave 2 weeks ago when the allegations went public ... and launched an internal investigation.
Commissioner Rob Manfred announced the results of the league's investigation into Reidy's claims .