Cubs Reinstate Palencia, Tucker Eyes Friday

MLB Trade Rumors reported on September 25, 2025, that the Chicago Cubs have made adjustments to their active roster, reinstating Daniel Palencia and targeting a Friday return for Kyle Tucker. The report, published shortly before 1 a.m. UTC, confirmed that Palencia’s reinstatement was effective immediately. The source material did not provide any details concerning the reason for Palencia’s prior absence from the team or his specific position.

Additionally, the organization is “hoping” to activate Kyle Tucker, who the publication described as the team’s “big bat,” indicating his importance to the offense. The potential activation is framed as a hopeful target for Friday rather than a certainty. As with Palencia, the article did not specify why Tucker was on the inactive list. The Cubs are aiming to have Tucker officially reinstated in time for their games at the end of the week.