Addison Russell sitting Thursday for Cubs
Chicago Cubs second baseman Addison Russell is not starting in Thursday's series finale versus right-hander Luis Castillo and the Cincinnati Reds.
What It Means:
Russell went 2-for-4 and left the yard for the first time this season in a loss to the Reds on Wednesday. He drove in a pair of runs and crossed home plate twice on his own. Daniel Descalso is starting at second base on Thursday.
numberFire's models expect Russell to record 5 homers, 24 RBI, and 24 runs scored over the rest of the season.
Source:
Baseball Press
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