Cubs place Gavin Hollowell on IL, recall Antoine Kelly from Triple-A
ESPN MLB • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 7:03 PM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026
The Chicago Cubs have placed reliever Gavin Hollowell on the 15-day injured list due to right shoulder inflammation. To fill his roster spot, the team has recalled left-handed pitcher Antoine Kelly from Triple-A Iowa. This move occurs as closer Palencia nears his return to the active roster. The Cubs are currently assessing their bullpen options amid injury concerns.
- •Gavin Hollowell is on the 15-day IL with shoulder inflammation.
- •Antoine Kelly has been recalled from Triple-A Iowa.
- •Closer Palencia is nearing a return to action.
- •The Cubs are evaluating their bullpen during this injury period.
- 7:39 PMESPN MLB — Cubs' Hollowell on IL; closer Palencia nears return
"The Cubs placed reliever Gavin Hollowell on the 15-day IL with right shoulder inflammation and recalled left-hander Antoine Kelly from Triple-A Iowa.
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