The Chicago Cubs recently lost 26-year-old closer Daniel Palencia to the IL.
Now, the ballclub has provided a clear recovery timeline for the young arm.
According to Jesse Rogers of ESPN (via X), manager Craig Counsell announced that Palencia underwent an MRI, which revealed a mild flexor strain.
He will be sidelined for approximately one week.
Palencia’s Journey in the Major Leagues
Palencia has been playing in the big leagues for four seasons now, each year having been spent with the Cubs.
He made his official debut with the organization on July 4, 2023.
During his first clash, he became the first Chicago pitcher since 1901 to clinch a victory on his MLB debut in an extra-inning game.
That year, he registered a 4.45 ERA and 33 strikeouts across 28.1 innings pitched through 27 games.
So far during his 2026 campaign, he is riding a career-best 2.70 ERA and 19 strikeouts across 16.2 innings of work through 19 games.
Overall, he owns a career 3.69 ERA with a 1.29 WHIP.
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