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Scouting Report
Updated May 19, 2026
Daniel Palka (note: appears as "Palencia" in Cubs reports) is a relief pitcher for the Chicago Cubs who recently returned from a lat strain that sidelined him for 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 yet to allow a run this season across six innings pitched with a 5:2 K:BB ratio and one save.
Strengths
- + Returned from injury successfully with scoreless appearance
- + Fastball velocity at 101 mph demonstrates good stuff
- + Perfect ERA (0.00) through six innings
- + Strong strikeout-to-walk ratio (5:2)
- + One save on the season
- + Appears to be fully healthy and ready for regular duty
Weaknesses
- - Recently missed three weeks due to lat strain
- - Limited sample size (6 innings) since return
- - Only one appearance since activation
About
Daniel Palka is a right fielder for the Chicago Cubs.
Player Overview
Position
RF
Team
Chicago Cubs