There could be help coming soon for the Cubs' bullpen, though. There could be help coming soon for the Cubs' bullpen, though. What they're saying:Manager Craig Counsell said injured closer Daniel Palencia will throw a live bullpen session in Chicago on Saturday and is nearing a return. Palencia, who led the Cubs last season with 22 saves, has been out since June 16 with a mild right elbow flexor strain. "Made like 85 throws today, 80 throws, and then tomorrow do a lot more throws, and then get on the mound for 20 pitches," Steele said.