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Where are they now? Checking in on former Cubs ace Jeff Samardzija
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Jeff Samardzija doesn't regret choosing baseball over football
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Photo: Giants pitcher Jeff Samardzija delivers at Wrigley Field in Chicago - CHI2019082203
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Yankees' Alfonso Soriano understands Cubs ace Jeff Samardzija's desire to win now – New York Daily News
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Jeff Samardzija opens up about picking Cubs over NFL and that special contract - Chicago Sun-Times
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Chicago Cubs - Wikipedia
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Cubs reportedly offer Jeff Samardzija new 5-year deal
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MLB team power rankings: Chicago Cubs, Kansas City Royals, New York Mets at the top heading into Opening Day
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A's, Cubs complete mega-deal involving Jeff Samardzija