Jul 25, 2008
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By Sports Network - The Sports Network The Chicago Cubs recalled pitcher Jeff Samardzija from Triple-A Iowa Friday. Samardzija, who may be better-known for his football ability as a wide receiver for Notre Dame, joins the Cubs after going 4-1 with a 3.13 earned run average in six appearances with Iowa. The native of Valparaiso, Indiana completed his Notre Dame football career with a school-record 179 receptions, 2,593 receiving yards and 27 receiving touchdowns, earning first-team All-America honors in his senior year. Samardzija takes the roster spot of closer Kerry Wood, who was placed on the 15-day disabled list Thursday with a blister on his right index finger. Unique content, exceptional value....
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