Adam W. Russell (born April 14, 1983 in North Olmsted, Ohio) is a Major League Baseball pitcher for the San Diego Padres. Russell was drafted by the Florida Marlins in the 26th round (782nd overall) in the 2001 Major League Baseball draft. Opting not to sign, he instead decided to play college ball at Ohio University, where he did so for three years. In 2004, Russell was selected by the Chicago White Sox in the 6th round as the 179th overall pick. On November 20, 2007, Russell's contract was purchased by the White Sox, protecting him from the Rule 5 Draft.