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Daniel Palencia

CHC · P · Right Elbow Strain

15-day IL · rehab assignment

Projected return

Sun, Aug 9, 2026

Aug 2Aug 9Aug 20early · projected · late

Prediction updated Jul 29, 5:47 AM UTC

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  • 2026-07-26 · espn_injuries

    Counsell noted that Palencia felt great after completing a side session Sunday, prompting the Cubs to clear the right-hander to take another small step forward Tuesday with a bullpen session that more closely simulates a game. Assuming that goes well, Palencia could face hitters in live batting practice later in the week before heading out on a minor-league rehab assignment in the first week of August. The 26-year-old has been on the shelf since June 16 due to a mild right flexor strain, after h

  • 2026-07-26 · espn_injuries

    Counsell noted that Palencia felt great after completing a side session Sunday, prompting the Cubs to clear the right-hander to take another small step forward Tuesday with a bullpen session that more closely simulates a game. Assuming that goes well, Palencia could face hitters in live batting practice later in the week before heading out on a minor-league rehab assignment in the first week of August. The 26-year-old has been on the shelf since June 16 due to a mild right flexor strain, after h

  • 2026-06-17 · RSS

    The Chicago Cubs put reliever Daniel Palencia on the 15-day injured list with elbow inflammation - Capitol City Now

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  • 2026-06-16 · RSS

    Cubs put closer Daniel Palencia on IL with elbow inflammation - ESPN

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  • 2026-06-16 · RSS

    Cubs bullpen now facing a scary reality after sudden Daniel Palencia injury - Cubbies Crib

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  • 2026-06-16 · RSS

    Chicago Cubs put closer Daniel Palencia on the 15-day injured list — his 2nd IL stint this season - Chicago Tribune

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