The Chicago Cubs are currently wrapping up their series with the St. Louis Cardinals on Sunday afternoon.
It’s looking like the Cubbies are going to drop the series, as they are down 9-2 in the bottom of the sixth inning.
During the Cardinals series, however, Chicago did receive a notable Daniel Palencia update, which is good news.
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Daniel Palencia Rehab Sent to AAA Iowa
GettyCHICAGO, ILLINOIS – MAY 05: Daniel Palencia #48 of the Chicago Cubs pitches in the ninth inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at Wrigley Field on May 05, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Quinn Harris/Getty Images)
The Chicago Cubs have been without reliever Daniel Palencia since May.
However, they could be returning his services soon.
On August 16, Palencia’s rehab stint was transferred to AAA Iowa.
The roster decision is reflected on MiLB.com’s transactions tracker:
“Chicago Cubs sent RHP Daniel Palencia on a rehab assignment to Iowa Cubs.”
On Sunday afternoon, Palencia had a successful rehab outing. Here are some highlights:
Taking a Look at Daniel Palencia’s 2026 Season
GettyCHICAGO, ILLINOIS – APRIL 07: Daniel Palencia #48 of the Chicago Cubs delivers a pitch against the Los Angeles Dodgers during the ninth inning at Wrigley Field on April 07, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)
Daniel Palencia has pitched just 16.1 innings for the Cubs this season.
In that sample size, he’s allowed five earned runs (2.70) and has 16 strikeouts.
2025 was really his breakout campaign, as he boasted an ERA of 2.91 over 52.2 innings with 61 strikeouts, and Palencia really emerged as the Cubs’ highest-leverage reliever down the stretch of the season and into the MLB playoffs.
It would be a welcome addition to Chicago’s bullpen if Palencia can be effective upon his return and pitch well in September and October.
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