Cubs' list of injured pitchers grows with Daniel Palencia landing on IL

The Rahimi, Harris & Grote Show opens with a dramatic Cubs walk-off win over the Mets, celebrating their fifth straight victory and sweeping the series. The hosts shift focus to breaking news in the Bulls' front office, reporting that the team is interviewing high-profile candidates—including Matt Lloyd, Dennis Lindsay, and Austin Brown—for a new basketball operations role, while confirming that head coach Billy Donovan is expected to remain with the franchise. The discussion highlights concerns about power dynamics if Donovan retains significant influence over personnel decisions. The core of the episode centers on the Chicago Cubs' growing injury crisis, particularly the placement of closer Daniel Palencia on the injured list. With Palencia out, 39-year-old Caleb Thielbar has stepped in as the de facto closer, a move the hosts acknowledge as a short-term necessity but express concern about long-term sustainability. Despite bullpen depth issues, the Cubs' starting pitchers—Javier Assad, Colin Ray, and Jamison Tyone—have delivered strong performances, pitching deep into games and reducing strain on the bullpen. The team's 12-9 record and recent success are attributed to this pitching resilience. The episode closes with a lighthearted exchange about Wrigley Field weather and car buying advice, before teasing a future segment on Mune Takahashi’s legendary White Sox performance.