Overview

• The Cubs put Daniel Palencia on the 15-day injured list with a right shoulder strain, leaving only a narrow window for a late-season return that appears unlikely.
• Right-hander Ethan Roberts was recalled from Triple-A Iowa in the corresponding move and is viewed as bullpen depth rather than a direct replacement at closer.
• High-leverage innings are expected to be handled by a mix of Brad Keller, Andrew Kittredge, Caleb Thielbar and possibly Porter Hodge.
• Palencia left Sunday’s loss to Washington after allowing five runs without an out and showing pain following a 100 mph pitch, and the team will reassess after the Atlanta series with imaging considered if symptoms persist.
• The Cubs are monitoring top pitching prospect Jaxon Wiggins as a possible later option, though Craig Counsell noted there is still a ways to go before any decision.