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Last updated: July 25, 2008 8:44 p.m.

Samardzija Makes His Debut

Michael Rothstein | The Journal Gazette

Jeff Samardzija can now officially say he's a major leaguer.

Called up late last night, the former Notre Dame All-American wide receiver made his debut with the Chicago Cubs on Friday afternoon, entering the game in the seventh inning of the Cubs' 3-2 loss to Florida.

Samardzija threw two innings, gave up two hits, one run, struck out two and was officially credited with a blown save. He came out impressively, though, striking out his first batter, hitting 97 mph. and receiving a nice ovation from the Wrigley Field fans.

His ERA after one game -- 4.50.

Not a horrible debut for Samardzija, especially since he arrived in Chicago earlier in the day.

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The Journal Gazette's Assistant Sports Editor Tony Krausz covers The University of Notre Dame. Krausz, a graduate of the University of Missouri School of Journalism and a native of St. Louis, has been assistant sports editor since October 2005. Prior to joining the JG, he worked at two papers in Mississippi covering high school and college athletics.
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