"Javier Assad took three turns through the rotation, pitching quite well in two of those appearances. He worked 5 2/3 scoreless innings to beat the Rays in his season debut."
"The Cubs placed closer Daniel Palencia on the 15-day injured list due to a mild lat strain, which is not expected to be serious."
"Caleb Thielbar has picked up Chicago's two saves since Palencia landed on the shelf."
"Porter Hodge underwent his previously reported UCL surgery this week, indicating a 12-14 month recovery as he required Tommy John ligament reconstruction."
Javier Assad has been moved to the bullpen as Matthew Boyd returns from the injured list to start against the Phillies. Assad remains on the active roster after Luke Little was optioned out. He performed well in two of his three starts, including a scoreless debut against the Rays. Closer Daniel Palencia is on the injured list with a mild lat strain but is expected to return soon. Porter Hodge underwent UCL surgery, requiring a 12-14 month recovery period.
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