As the Chicago Cubs hold their breath on the status of All-Star outfielder Kyle Tucker, who hasn't appeared in a game since Labor Day weekend, they did get one bit of good news on the injury front, courtesy of rehabbing closer Daniel Palencia.
The flamethrowing right-hander made a rehab appearance over the weekend with Triple-A Iowa and checked all the boxes the team was keeping an eye on. He headed back to Chicago and is expected to be with the team this week at Wrigley Field as the Cubs close out the regular season with series against the Mets and Cardinals.