Cubs Place Daniel Palencia on IL with Left Oblique Strain

Pitcher to miss at least 15 days with injury

Apr. 17, 2026 at 6:08pm

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The Chicago Cubs have placed right-handed pitcher Daniel Palencia on the 15-day injured list due to a left oblique strain. Palencia, 26, has been a solid performer out of the bullpen this season, going 1-0 with a 0.00 ERA and one save in five relief appearances.

Why it matters

Palencia's injury is a setback for the Cubs, who have been relying on the young reliever to provide quality innings out of the bullpen. Oblique strains can be tricky injuries that often require extended recovery time, so the Cubs will need to find a replacement to fill Palencia's role while he is sidelined.

The details

Palencia's injury is retroactive to April 14, meaning he will be eligible to return from the IL on April 29. In his five appearances this season, Palencia has allowed just three hits and struck out five batters in 5.0 innings pitched.

  • Palencia was placed on the 15-day IL on April 17, 2026.
  • Palencia's injury is retroactive to April 14, 2026.

The players

Daniel Palencia

A 26-year-old right-handed pitcher for the Chicago Cubs who has been a solid performer out of the bullpen this season.

Chicago Cubs

The professional baseball team based in Chicago, Illinois that plays in the National League Central division.

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What’s next

The Cubs will need to find a replacement to fill Palencia's role in the bullpen while he is sidelined with the oblique injury. Palencia will be eligible to return from the IL on April 29.

The takeaway

Palencia's injury is a setback for the Cubs, who have been relying on the young reliever to provide quality innings out of the bullpen. Oblique strains can be tricky injuries, so the Cubs will need to find a suitable replacement to fill Palencia's role until he is able to return.