Chicago Cubs news and notes — Palencia, Horton, Senga, Ballesteros, Hoerner
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Michael Cerami (Bleacher Nation): With Palencia Hurt, Cubs Go Digging Through Their Reclamation Bin. “The injuries vary in severity, with Palencia on the lighter side, but the overall health of the pitching staff is in shambles. No doubt about it.
And since the Cubs have already placed several other relievers on the Injured List, they’re officially turning to their true reclamation projects to backfill the bullpen. “ TJ Morin (Sporting News): Cubs trade proposal sees Chicago replace injured Cade Horton with $75 million All-Star, former Cy Young candidate . “Sports Illustrated’s Ryan Shea proposes the Cubs buy low and trade for Mets All-Star Kodai Senga.
Senga has had a pretty bad start to the season, but has shown flashes of greatness in the past, and a change of scenery could help him. ” Jeremy Tecktiel (North Side Baseball): Moises Ballesteros’ Swing Changes Portend A Very Bright Cubs Future . “There is one other left-handed hitter in 2026 that swings the bat at 74 mph or higher and remains in the ideal attack angle range at least 65% of the time: Kyle Schwarber.
” Carson Wolf (Just Baseball): Moisés Ballesteros Is Forcing His Name Into the Cubs Lineup. “The young lefty has picked up right where he left off following his call-up late in the 2025 season. During that stretch of his first extended look at major league pitching, Ballesteros made the most of his 66 plate appearances, showcasing his mature, well-rounded offensive skillset.