Cubs activate reliever Daniel Palencia — out since June — from the 60-day injured list
SEATTLE — The Chicago Cubs bullpen has “La Gasolina” back. The Cubs activated right-handed reliever Daniel Palencia from the 60-day injured list before Friday’s series opener against the Seattle Mariners at T-Mobile Park. In a corresponding move, the Cubs optioned right-hander Javier Assad to Triple-A Iowa. Palencia isn’t expected to slide back into the closer role immediately as the Cubs look ...
Chicago Cubs bring back reliever Daniel Palencia from the 60-day injured list before their Friday series opener against the Seattle Mariners. In a related move, right-hander Javier Assad is optioned to Triple-A Iowa. Palencia, 26, has pitched 19 games this season, limited to 16 2/3 innings due to oblique and flexor strains. Palencia expressed his excitement about the opportunity to return and help the team.
Meanwhile, veteran Jacob Webb steps up, boasting a 23-game scoreless streak and seven saves during his absence. The Cubs also claim infielder Gabriel Arias off waivers from the New York Mets, replacing Owen Miller, and bolster their defense with a better shortstop option.
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