James Russell, LHP - Chicago Cubs (#40)

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Birthdate: 1/8/86
Drafted: 14th Round (427th pick) - 2007
College: University of Texas
2013 Salary: $1,075,000
Service Time: 3.000 (pre-2013)
Contract: 1 yr, $1.075M (2013); Arbitration Eligible
Major League Debut: 4/5/2010
Bats: L
Throws: L
Height: 6-4
Weight: 200

Latest Player Updates
01/18/13 - agreed to one-year deal, avoiding arbitration
06/29/10 - recalled from minors
06/12/10 - optioned to minors
04/04/10 - contract purchased from minors

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