Statement from Addison Russell and distributed by PA: “These allegations are completely false. I made that clear to Major League Baseball last year and reiterated it to the Cubs today. I'm confident any full and fair investigation will fully exonerate me. The protection of my children is foremost in my mind so I will have no further comment.”
Watch Kyle Schwarber discuss the team meeting the Cubs had before the game regarding Addison Russell being placed on administrative leave.
The Chicago Cubs played without shortstop Addison Russell after he was accused of domestic violence by his ex-wife, and they were unable to overcome a shaky performance by Jose Quintana in a 10-4 loss to the crosstown White Sox on Friday.
The Cubs gave up a season high 19 hits to the White Sox today as they began their final 10 games with a stinker, losing 10-4. Their magic number to clinch the division remains at 8 pending the outcome of the Milwaukee Brewers game against the Pirates.
Watch Theo Epstein and owner Tom Ricketts react to the news of SS Addison Russell being placed on administrative leave.
The Cubs called Addison Russell into their offices this morning. He continues to deny ever physically harming his ex-wife. It's still unclear if she will cooperate with a league investigation,
The Chicago Cubs issued the following statement regarding the placement of Addison Russell on administrative leave due to allegations of domestic violence: "We take allegations of domestic violence seriously and support the League's decision to place Addison Russell on administrative leave given new details revealed today. We will continue to cooperate with the League's investigation so the appropriate action can be taken."
Watch Anthony Rizzo discuss the news regarding Addison Russell and the investigation from last year.
Melisa Reidy-Russell detailed allegations of abuse during her marriage to Addison Russell, which led to the Cubs shortstop being put on leave by Major League Baseball.
How Joe Maddon utilizes his relievers without a clear-cut closer figures to play a big role in how far Chicago goes in the playoffs.
Watch Cole Hamels discuss his rough outing in the Cubs 9-0 loss to Az on Wednesday. He gave up four, first innings runs.
Christian Walker and Chris Owings homered off Cole Hamels, and Robbie Ray held the Chicago Cubs to one hit over six innings in the Arizona Diamondbacks' 9-0 win over the Cubs on Wednesday night.
Sept. 20 in MLB history: 6 no-hitters (Larry Corcoran 1882, Nixey Callahan 1902, Nick Maddox 1907, Frank Smith 1908, Hoyt Wilhelm 1958, Bob Moose 1969), Grover Cleveland Alexander's 300th win (1924), Mickey Mantle's 536th & last HR (1968), Mickey Morandini's unassisted triple play (1992) & the end of Cal Ripken's 2632-game iron man streak (1998).
Cubs reliever Pedro Strop (hamstring) is hopeful to be back for a game or two before the end of the regular season. He's doing some light throwing off flat ground and some jogging. He won't push it but is optimistic: "I'm not going to lie to them. I'm not going to try to be a hero."
The Cubs might have an unorthodox solution to their closer quandary after losing two key relievers: score early, score often and skip saves.
Bullpen woes could handicap both contenders heading into October. Can they take a page from past pennant winners with similar setbacks?
Watch Anthony Rizzo discuss his 17 pitch first inning at-bat right before Javier Baez homered in the Cubs 9-1 win over Az.
Javier Baez and Daniel Murphy each hit a two-run homer as the Chicago Cubs jumped out to a big early lead Tuesday night on their way to a 9-1 win over the fading Arizona Diamondbacks.
Watch Brandon Morrow discuss the end of his season due to a bone bruise.
Cubs closer Brandon Morrow, sidelined since mid-July by a bone bruise, won't pitch again this season, Theo Epstein, the team's president of baseball operations, said Tuesday.
Watch Joe Maddon react to the news of losing closer Brandon Morrow. He was shut down for the season due to a bone bruise.
Cubs closer Brandon Morrow is being shut down for the season, per Theo Epstein.
David Kaplan talks with Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo after the big win last night in Arizona.
| TEAM | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago | 89 | 64 | .582 | - | L2 |
| Milwaukee | 87 | 66 | .569 | 2 | W1 |
| St. Louis | 84 | 69 | .549 | 5 | L1 |
| Pittsburgh | 77 | 74 | .510 | 11 | W5 |
| Cincinnati | 66 | 89 | .426 | 24 | L1 |
