The Chicago Cubs beat the New York Mets 12-4 at Wrigley Field, marking their third consecutive win for the team. However, the team's closer, Daniel Palencia, was placed on the 15-day injured list with a left oblique strain shortly before the game. This makes him the 10th pitcher on the 40-man roster to be placed on such a list. Other notable injuries include right-hander Cade Horton undergoing ulnar collateral ligament revision surgery, which means he will be out for 15 to 16 months. The reliever corps also includes top pitching prospect Jaxon Wiggins, who was sidelined due to right elbow inflammation. Manager Craig Counsell expects an arm up for Saturday's game against New York.