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Pitcher Daniel Palencia had a breakthrough season with the Chicago Cubs in 2025. The young righthander claimed the closing job in May and had a fine season: one win, 22 saves, a 2.91 ERA, a 1.14 WHIP, and 61 strikeouts in 52 innings. Palencia has the tools to be an elite closer, with a 99.6 MPH velocity on his fastball and a 28.4% K%. He also boasted a miniscule 4.4% barrel rate in 2025. His current ADP over the last two weeks is 124, where it had been at 156 in most of December. It seems drafters feel good about the security of Palencia's hold on the closer job, even through the additions of veterans Phil Maton and Hunter Harvey. Palencia could retain the role, but it is important to keep in mind that manager Craig Counsell could also use him in a stopper role, as he did during the playoffs. There is some risk in the profile based on potential role uncertainty. But this is a high-octane arm who should see continued success and a potential 30-save season if he is the closer.--Mike Carter
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