Chicago Cubs shortstop Addison Russell addressed the media for the first time since his ex-wife, Melisa Reidy, made domestic abuse allegations against him last September.
Per USA Today's Bob Nightengale, Russell offered an apology to Reidy and expressed his desire to be held accountable for everything that has transpired.
"I'm accountable for my past actions," he said. "I want to own my actions. I want to be accountable for the hurt and pain I have caused Melisa. I'm truly sorry."
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