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Cubs activate Daniel Palencia from injured list ahead of Mariners series

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Last updated Aug 22, 2026

Cubs activate Daniel Palencia from injured list ahead of Mariners series

Summary

The Chicago Cubs have activated relief pitcher Daniel Palencia from the 60-day injured list, as announced on August 22. Palencia has been sidelined since June 15 due to a flexor strain in his throwing elbow. His return comes just before the Cubs begin a three-game series against the Seattle Mariners. Alongside Palencia's activation, the Cubs adjusted their roster by adding Gabriel Arias and optioning Javier Assad to Triple-A Iowa while designating Owen Miller for assignment.

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Status Watch

•Cubs activate Daniel Palencia on August 22.
•Palencia has not pitched since mid-June due to injury.
•Cubs set to face Mariners in a three-game series.
•Gabriel Arias added to the roster in a corresponding move.
•Javier Assad optioned to Triple-A; Owen Miller designated for assignment.

Latest Updates

2:08 AMYahoo Sports — Cubs Announce Uplifting Daniel Palencia Injury Update Ahead of Mariners Series

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The Chicago Cubs announced a promising injury update on relief pitcher Daniel Palencia ahead of their series against the Seattle Mariners. The post Cubs Announce Uplifting Daniel Palencia Injury Update Ahead of Mariners Series appeared first on HEAVY.
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