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Cubs bullpen excels in first test since closer Daniel Palencia landed on IL

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In the Cubs’ first one-run game since closer Daniel Palencia landed on the 15-day injured list Monday with a shoulder strain, the Cubs bullpen covered 14 outs.

“Fifteen hitters and 14 outs, man, that’s just a heck of a job by everybody,” manager Craig Counsell said after the Cubs’ 3-2 win Wednesday against the Braves. “And it’s one of those days where they get their outs, and it sets it up for the next guy. And that’s what’s so important to have a good bullpen, and for the bullpen to work together.