You might remember that during Monday’s game, Craig Counsell went out to the mound with the trainer to talk with Daniel Palencia. Palencia ultimately stayed in the game, striking out three Rockies.
Evidently the team found an issue, because today Palencia was placed on the 15-day injured list with right elbow inflammation.
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To replace Palencia on the active roster, the Cubs recalled right-handed pitcher Gavin Hollowell from Triple-A Iowa.
Here’s hoping this is nothing serious with Palencia. The Cubs haven’t had many save opportunities anyway so far this year. I’d guess the Cubs would go with closer-by-committee if there are any coming up.
Palencia is 2-1 with a 2.70 ERA (5 ER/16.2 IP) with three saves in 19 relief appearances with the Cubs this season.
Hollowell made one relief appearance with the Cubs this season, tossing 1.2 innings and allowing two runs on two hits. With Iowa this season, he is 2-0 with a 3.63 ERA (7 ER/17.1 IP) in 15 relief appearances.
As always, we await developments.
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