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Report: Jeff Samardzija Set for Final Start

Found September 08, 2012 on RotoStars.com: Yardbarker Blogger Network
PLAYERS: Jeff Samardzija
TEAMS: Chicago Cubs,  Pittsburgh Pirates
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Chicago Cubs starting pitcher, Jeff Samardzija will make his final start of 2012 today against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Cubs manager Dale Sveum made the announcement subsequent to Friday’s game. According to ESPN Chicago, the decision to shut Samardzija down is a precautionary effort due in part because of the work he put in during the winter and spring months. Samardzija (8-13) has actually put together a solid season. In 165.2 innings pitched, Samardzija possesses a 3.91 ERA, 1.26 WHIP and 171 strikeouts. Keep an eye on Samardzija next spring. The Cubs don’t expect him to have an innings cap in 2013, making him a viable fantasy option for your team next season.
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