Sam Zuba
After earning a degree in Journalism from the University of Illinois, I joined the CBS Chicago digital department in September of 2011. In addition to covering various Chicago sporting events, I also produce and edit content for CBSChicago.com and 670TheScore.com.
While in college, I spent two summers interning for MLB.com. I was placed with the Kansas City Royals during the summer of 2010 and the Chicago Cubs in 2011. Though the on-field product was never anything special, those two summers proved to be the most incredible of my life. I am unbelievably grateful for my time with both organizations.
In between my internships, I worked as a stringer for the Associated Press, covering basketball and football at the University of Illinois. My love for journalism began in 2008 when — for reasons I’ll never understand — The Rock River Times allowed me to write a weekly sports column.
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Zuba: Waiting Game Continues For Cubs
When the final out was recorded in the Cubs loss to the Brewers in Monday’s home opener, the city of Chicago was still waiting.
Epstein: ‘Completely Supportive’ Of Marmol’s Demotion
Cubs president of baseball operations Theo Epstein had absolutely no problem with manager Dale Sveum’s decision to demote Carlos Marmol from his closing position.
Zuba: Don’t Blame The Rooftop Owners
Like it or not, the Wrigleyville Rooftops Association has every right to protest the Cubs’ new renovation plan.
Zuba: Enough With The Rose Speculation
Let’s get one thing straight. The minute Derrick Rose steps foot on the court, none of this will matter.
Emery To Start, But Crawford ‘Good To Go’
Fear not, Blackhawks fans, goaltender Corey Crawford is ready to return to the ice after he exited Thursday’s game in St. Louis after one period.
Zuba: Cubs Introduce Back-Up Plan Jackson
The Cubs wanted Anibal Sanchez. That much was obvious after the team officially announced the signing of right-hander Edwin Jackson to a four-year contract worth $52 million on Wednesday.
Zuba: 2012? Somebody Make It Stop
Maybe the Mayans weren’t referring to the world when they predicted destruction in the year 2012 – maybe they were simply foreseeing the demise of the Chicago sports landscape.
After Tommy John Surgery, Cubs Expect Baker Ready For 2013
The 31-year-old Baker signed a one-year deal with the Cubs on Tuesday after missing the entire 2012 season while recovering from Tommy John’s surgery.
Bulls, Gibson Agree On 4-Year Deal
In what was literally the final hour, the Bulls and fourth-year forward Taj Gibson agreed upon a four-year extension worth $38 million.
Zuba: Greenberg’s At-Bat Only Brings Out Positives
Why can’t sports be about more than sports?
Zuba: I Won’t Cheer For A Monster
Admittedly, I have a tough time respecting men who allegedly beat their wives.
Buehrle: Sale Poised To Take Home Cy Young Award
He may be half way across the country, but former White Sox ace Mark Buehrle understands just how special Chris Sale is.
Zuba: Guillen Angry Over Comparisons To Ventura
Days before the Marlins headed to Chicago for a three-game series against the Cubs, Guillen told the Sun-Times he felt backstabbed by certain members of the Chicago media. On Tuesday, he explained those feelings.
Zuba: Rizzo’s Call Up The First Step In Long Journey
Instead of flying in as Superman, Rizzo understands his call up is just the first step of many in the master plans laid out by Epstein and Hoyer to turn the Cubs from laughable losers into perennial champions.
Zuba: Without Noah, Bulls Need A Healthy Gibson
When Taj Gibson rolled his ankle late in the third quarter, the feeling at the United Center was palpable.
Zuba: Welcome To Your New Reality, Bulls Fans
If a picture is worth one thousand words, then this was worth one million.
Zuba: This Wasn’t Supposed To Happen
It’s minutes after the Bulls defeated the 76ers, earning a win in Game 1 of the first round of the playoffs, yet no one is smiling.
Bears Draft DE Shea McClellin Of Boise State
With the 19th pick in the 2012 NFL Draft, the Chicago Bears selected Shea McClellin, DE, out of Boise State.
Zuba: Wood Spoils Dempster’s Gem
This could have been a pretty special Opening Day for Ryan Dempster.
LaHair Out Of Lineup; Baker To Start At First
It looks like Bryan LaHair won’t get to make his first opening day start after all.
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