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Cubs activate reliever Daniel Palencia from injured list ahead of Mariners series

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 12:55 AM

Last updated Aug 22, 2026

Cubs activate reliever Daniel Palencia from injured list ahead of Mariners series

Summary

The Chicago Cubs activated right-handed reliever Daniel Palencia from the 60-day injured list before their game against the Seattle Mariners at T-Mobile Park. Palencia had been sidelined since June 16 due to an oblique strain and a flexor strain. To make room for him, the Cubs optioned right-hander Javier Assad to Triple-A Iowa. Palencia, who saved 22 games for Chicago in 2025, is anticipated to gradually return to game action rather than immediately reclaiming the closer role. The Cubs also added infielder Gabriel Arias after claiming him off waivers from the New York Mets.

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Status Watch

•Daniel Palencia activated from 60-day injured list on August 22.
•Right-hander Javier Assad optioned to Triple-A Iowa.
•Palencia limited to 16 2/3 innings in 2026 due to injuries.
•Cubs claim Gabriel Arias off waivers from the Mets.
•Veteran Jacob Webb has filled in admirably during Palencia's absence.

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12:55 AMYahoo Sports — Cubs activate reliever Daniel Palencia — out since June — from the 60-day injured list

What they're saying

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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 ...
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