Cubs place Daniel Palencia on IL, recall Gavin Hollowell from Triple-A
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 9:10 PM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
The Chicago Cubs placed pitcher Daniel Palencia on the 15-day injured list due to right elbow inflammation on June 16, 2026. Palencia initially pitched during Monday’s game against the Rockies but was later diagnosed with the injury. He has a 2-1 record with a 2.70 ERA this season. Gavin Hollowell has been recalled from Triple-A Iowa to fill Palencia's spot on the active roster. In his previous appearance with the Cubs this season, Hollowell allowed two runs in 1.2 innings but has a 3.63 ERA in 15 relief appearances with Iowa.
- •Palencia has three saves in 19 appearances this season.
- •Hollowell is 2-0 with a 3.63 ERA at Triple-A.
- •Cubs may use a closer-by-committee approach while Palencia is out.
- 9:10 PMYahoo Sports — Cubs roster move: Daniel Palencia to IL, Gavin Hollowell recalled
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