Cubs Place Daniel Palencia on IL, Recall Ethan Roberts

Daniel Palencia exited Sunday’s game early with a shoulder injury, giving Cubs fans yet another concern. As expected, Palencia is headed to the injured list. The severity of the injury is still unknown, but it didn’t look good when he had to leave his outing against the Nationals.

#Cubs place Daniel Palencia on the 15-day IL with a right shoulder strain. Ethan Roberts recalled from Iowa.

— Taylor McGregor (@Taylor_McGregor) September 8, 2025

Ethan Roberts is headed back to the major league roster, continuing to serve as one of the Cubs’ primary shuttle arms. Roberts has logged nine innings this season, posting a 1.33 WHIP and allowing six earned runs. With the Iowa Cubs, he owns a 2.33 ERA and a 1.32 WHIP. During his time in Triple-A, the right-hander has recorded 50 strikeouts over 38.2 innings.