What It Means:

The move is retroactive to August 3rd, but it is uncertain how long Russell will be down. While he's out, Javier Baez should see more time in the middle infield. In a corresponding move, the Cubs recalled pitcher Rob Zastryzny from Triple-A Iowa.

numberFire's models expect Russell to produce 6 home runs, 9 doubles and 23 RBI in 179 plate appearances the remainder of the season.