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Article: GOV. BLAGOJEVICH PROCLAIMS CARLOS ZAMBRANO DAY IN ILLINOIS
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- US Fed News Service, Including US State News
- Article date:
- September 16, 2008
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Gov. Rod Blagojevich, D-Ill., issued the following press release:
A few extra miles and a steady rainfall couldn't dampen the spirits of thousands of Cubs fans who traveled to Miller Park in Milwaukee on Sunday to watch Chicago Cubs pitcher Carlos Zambrano, throw a no-hitter against the Houston Astros. To honor a feat that immediately makes its mark on Chicago baseball history, Governor Rod R. Blagojevich, a lifelong Cubs fan, has proclaimed September 16, 2008 as Carlos Zambrano Day in Illinois.
"Carlos Zambrano is the leader of the Cubs' pitching staff, and his leadership was never more evident than it was on Sunday," said Governor Blagojevich. "I am pleased to honor 'Big Z' for this ...