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    DanielPalencia

    Chicago Cubs
    • Chicago Cubs
    • #48
    • Relief Pitcher
    • HT/WT
      1.8 m, 72 kg
    • Birthdate
      5/2/2000 (26)
    • BAT/THR
      Right/Right
    • Birthplace
      San Carlos, Venezuela
    • Status
      15-Day IL

    2026 season stats

    • SV
      3
      Tied-48th
    • ERA
      2.70
    • K
      19
      150+
    • WHIP
      1.38
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        Cubs' Palencia diagnosed with mild flexor strain

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          Cubs closer Palencia (elbow inflammation) to IL

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