Addison Russell

Former 1st round pick of the Oakland Athletics shortstop Addison Russell is heading overseas to play baseball. Russell has agreed to a one-year deal with Kiwoom Heroes of the Korea Baseball Organization. He will attempt to revive his baseball career after going unsigned this offseason. https://twitter.com/JeffPassan/status/1274210542685691904 The 26-year-old shortstop was once a top prospect, but will now need to prove his worth overseas. He'll make $530,000 the remainder of this season after no professional organization showed interest in him during free agency. Can Russell Rebound in Korea? The former All-Star shortstop became a free agent after the Chicago Cubs decided to non-tender him...