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Scouting Report
Updated May 20, 2026
Daniel Palencia is a relief pitcher for the Chicago Cubs who recently returned from a lat strain that sidelined him for approximately three weeks. He made his return on May 6, 2026, pitching a scoreless ninth inning against the Reds with one hit allowed. He topped out at 101 mph with his fastball and has recorded one save this season. Palencia has yet to allow a run in 2026 across six innings pitched with a 5:2 K:BB ratio, demonstrating strong performance upon his return from injury.
Strengths
- + Successful return from lat strain injury
- + Scoreless appearance in first game back
- + Fastball velocity at 101 mph
- + Perfect ERA (0.00) on the season
- + Strong strikeout-to-walk ratio (5:2)
- + One save recorded
- + Cubs on winning streak (7 in a row)
Weaknesses
- - Recently returned from three-week IL stint
- - Limited innings pitched (6 total)
- - Small sample size for evaluation
- - Lat strain can be recurring injury concern
Injury Status: day-to-day
About
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Player Overview
Position
RF
Team
Chicago Cubs