# Cubs Bullpen in Crisis

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Podcast: [Chicago Cubs News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/chicago-cubs-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7460433)
Published: 2026-06-20T23:51:12+00:00
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## Resource

Chicago Cubs’ bullpen is in freefall as closer Daniel Palencia goes on the shelf again with a flexor strain, adding to a roster already missing half its opening-day relief corps. The damage was on full display in a recent loss to the Blue Jays, where the bullpen surrendered eight runs and blew a five-run lead. Manager Craig Counsell admits the team’s late-inning woes are mounting. While the offense is showing flashes of life, the bullpen’s inability to hold leads is proving costly. Hope arrives with pitcher Matthew Boyd’s rehab outing, but the Cubs need answers fast—or this season could spiral. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/84fba3e7205d7338

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