Palencia injury opens up save opps for Keller, Kittredge
Sep 9 2025
NATIONAL LEAGUE
Chicago Cubs
NEWS: Chicago placed RHP Daniel Palencia on the 15-Day IL and recalled RHP Ethan Roberts from AAA-Iowa.
IMPACT: High
BHQ SPIN: After leaving Sunday’s game due to shoulder soreness, Palencia was placed on the IL on Monday due to a right shoulder strain. Palencia is expected to undergo further testing over the next several days which will determine the severity of the injury and whether he will return this season. Manager Craig Counsell declined to name a set closer in Palencia’s absence, stating, “However it lines up, it lines up.” Among Chicago’s late-inning relievers, Brad Keller stands out as a potential fill-in based on skills and usage. The right-handed Keller has recorded a team-high eight...
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