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The Chicago Cubs are among the best teams in baseball and are expected to be extremely aggressive at the upcoming trade deadline when it comes to trying to make upgrades.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / July 1

Chicago Cubs surprise breakthrough star had quit baseball at 16 after scout’s brutal rejection

The Chicago Cubs seem to have found their closer in surprise breakthrough flame-throwing righty Daniel Palencia. That reality wouldn’t have come into play, however, if things had played out just slightly differently.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / June 27

Benches Clear in Cubs' Win Over Cardinals After Heated Exchange

The Chicago Cubs secured a 3-0 win over the St. Louis Cardinals on Thursday afternoon to split a four-game series. However, the ending of the game involved a heated exchange with both teams' benches clearing.

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Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / June 27

Chicago Cubs receive apology from Cardinals star for behavior during 9th inning

The St. Louis Cardinals expressed some frustration on Thursday as the team blew a golden opportunity to eat into the Chicago Cubs‘ lead in the NL Central this week.

Chicago Cubs News / Just Baseball / June 13

Can Daniel Palencia Hold Down the Closer’s Role in Chicago?

What a year it has been for the Chicago Cubs. They have the second-best record in the NL, they’re leading the NL Central, and their major offseason addition, Kyle Tucker, is pacing for his best season to date.

Chicago Cubs News / Total Apex Sports / June 13

Chicago Cubs Could Have New Permanent Closer

The Chicago Cubs have had lots of upheaval in their bullpen so far in 2025. They came into the season as one of the more injured units in baseball, but have managed to cobble together a serviceable relief staff for Craig Counsell to work with.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / June 12

Chicago Cubs: One pitcher had something special happen to him last month

The Chicago Cubs return home to the confines of Wrigley Field to begin a home stand that will span 10 games. The Cubs had an okay road trip, which saw them go 4-5 and end with a 7-2 loss to the Philadelphia Phillies.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / June 5

Cubs Have Clear Answer to Closer Conundrum Emerging Right in Front of Them

The Chicago Cubs were seen for a while as a team who does not have a bullpen capable of keeping up with their championship aspirations. Though that could be fixed in order to shore things up ahead of what they hope is a special run to come over the next several months, it certainly is not nearly as bad as some forecasted it to be.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / June 1

Daniel Palencia credits 2023 Cubs saves leader for breakout

Daniel Palencia joined the Chicago Cubs in 2021 as a part of the Andrew Chafin deal with the Athletics. He debuted in the big leagues in 2023 and has seen the organization roll out numerous different closers over this short period of time.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / May 21

The Chicago Cubs did something for a 3rd time this season on Tuesday

Following a brutal series opening loss against the Marlins on Monday night, the Chicago Cubs needed to bounce back in a big way on Tuesday. They had a golden opportunity to take the opener with a one-run lead entering the ninth inning, but Daniel Palencia could not slam the door shut, as the Marlins walked it off with two outs in the frame.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / May 13

Chicago Cubs’ 25-year-old reliever could be the answer to some of their bullpen issues

The Chicago Cubs bullpen has continued to give the organization and fanbase headaches so far this season despite the team remaining in first place. This isn’t new to the organization, as some could make the argument that the relief pitching unit is what held the Cubs back of making the playoffs in each of the last two seasons.

Chicago Cubs News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 7

Bullpen outlook for Cubs

There are plenty of candidates for the remaining spots, the bulk of whom are on the 40-man roster already.

MLB News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / February 5

Baseball history unpacked, February 5

A M-W-F digest, replete with #Cubs, #MLB, and #MiLB content, gathered from reputable sources. Happy birthday, Daniel Palencia, and two Hall-of-Famers, diamonds are rough, and other stories for the discerning reader.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleacher Nation / December 4

Pat and Ron Officially Returning, Palencia in VZ, TV Deals in Place, and Other Cubs Bullets

Nobody likes change, and it’s good to know that at least one very important part of our Chicago Cubs fan experience will not be changing … The Cubs have made it officially official on Pat and Ron, staying in the radio booth: May they never leave.

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MLB News / Bleacher Nation / November 17

Optimism on Palencia, Pivetta and Stuff, Dodgers, Pirates, and Other Cubs Bullets

Was able to run a mile yesterday at full speed, which was one of my post-hernia-surgery checkpoints. So that feels good – especially because I don’t feel any extra/new/different discomfort today.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / September 18

Cubs roster moves: Justin Steele, Jorge López activated; Jack Neely, Daniel Palencia optioned

The Cubs brought back two pitchers from the IL today. Justin Steele has had a 2024 season roughly comparable to his 2023 — except missing about seven or eight starts due to injuries, first with a leg injury suffered on Opening Day, then in late August an elbow issue.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / September 17

Chicago Cubs Shake Up Bullpen Before Tuesday's Game Against Athletics

The Chicago Cubs have added a fresh arm to its bullpen as they look to clinch the series against the Oakland Athletics. Before Tuesday’s game, the Cubs announced that they recalled right-handed pitcher Daniel Palencia from Triple-A Iowa.

Chicago Cubs News / Cubs Insider / August 31

Cubs Claim RHP Shawn Armstrong, Option Daniel Palencia, Release Tomás Nido

Here’s a little roster action for you ahead of Saturday’s game. In addition to these moves, the Cubs also scratched Jordan Wicks from his scheduled start for the Iowa Cubs in order to have him ready for this weekend if needed.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / August 31

Cubs roster move: Shawn Armstrong activated, Daniel Palencia optioned

The Cubs have a fresh bullpen arm this afternoon. Friday, the Cubs made the surprising move of claiming Shawn Armstrong on waivers from the Cardinals, and releasing Tomás Nido to make room for Armstrong on the 40-man roster.

Chicago Cubs News / Cubs Insider / August 27

Cubs Place Julian Merryweather on IL, Option Jack Neely, Recall Daniel Palencia & Keegan Thompson

You know the drill, just rolling with the media release for the sake of time. The only commentary I’ll add is that Daniel Palencia has looked really good at Iowa lately and his return to Chicago was overdue.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / August 27

Cubs roster move: Daniel Palencia recalled, Jack Neely optioned

The Cubs make another bullpen shuffle. One roster move posted, another one incoming! Jack Neely was acquired from the Yankees in the Mark Leiter Jr. trade.

Chicago Cubs News / Cubs Insider / July 18, 2024

Cubs Acquire Righty Reliever Jesus Tinoco from Royals, Option Daniel Palencia

Before everyone starts freaking out, which may have already passed since this deal actually happened two days ago, the Cubs have added another depth reliever by acquiring righty Jesus Tinoco from the Royals for cash.

Chicago Cubs News / Cubs Insider / July 13, 2024

Cubs Recall Daniel Palencia, Option Ethan Roberts

The Chicago Cubs recalled right-handed pitcher Daniel Palencia from Triple-A Iowa today and optioned right-handed pitcher Ethan Roberts to Triple-A Iowa.

Chicago Cubs News / On Tap Sports Net / June 5, 2024

Cubs Pitching Updates: Horton Shut Down, Palencia Optioned

The Chicago Cubs' starting pitching has largely been a non-issue so far this season. Instead, the bats and the bullpen have been more concerning. However, there is concern with the starting pitching at the minor-league level. Last week, Cubs' top pitching prospect Cade Horton suffered an injury in his start with Triple-A Iowa and was removed.

Chicago Cubs News / On Tap Sports Net / March 21, 2024

Cubs Option Daniel Palencia To Triple-A Iowa, Roster To 37

The Chicago Cubs announced on Thursday a new set of cuts to the spring training roster. After demoting first baseman Matt Mervis, the notable players making their way to Iowa continues to be notable.