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Adam Russell

San Diego Padres

1983/04/14 26

6-8 255

North Oimstead, OH

R / R

1

the Chicago White Sox in 2004 (6th round)

Year Team G GS W L SV CG SHO IP H R ER HR BB K ERA WHIP
2008 White Sox 22 0 4 0 0 0 0 26 30 15 15 1 10 22 5.19 1.54

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Scouting Report

Assets
  • At 6-8, 250 pounds, he's an intimidating presence on the mound. Has the ability to be used as both a starter or reliever.
Flaws
  • Despite his size, he doesn't own a true strikeout pitch--which may hinder his big-league opportunities going forward.
Career Potential
  • A back-of-the-rotation starter or long reliever.

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Transactions/Injuries/Suspensions

March 25, 2009 Optioned to Charlotte (AAA).
February 25, 2009 Re-signed by the Chicago White Sox to a one-year contract.
August 5, 2008 Recalled from Charlotte (AAA).
July 21, 2008 Optioned to Charlotte (AAA).
June 13, 2008 Recalled from Charlotte (AAA).
May 6, 2008 Optioned to Charlotte (AAA).
May 2, 2008 Recalled from Charlotte (AAA).
March 14, 2008 Optioned to Charlotte (AAA).
February 27, 2008 Signed by the Chicago White Sox to a one-year contract.
November 20, 2007 Contract purchased from Winston-Salem (A).

Trades

June 7, 2004 Drafted by the Chicago White Sox in the 6th round in 2004.

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