Joe Ryan Hoping To Avoid Injured List; No Structural Damage In Elbow
MLB Trade Rumors • • sports
Key Points:
- Joe Ryan exited his recent start early due to elbow pain, but an MRI showed no structural damage, and he plans to throw a bullpen session soon, potentially avoiding a stint on the injured list.
- Ryan experienced discomfort on multiple pitches during his outing, prompting a cautious approach from the Twins, who have already seen him play catch post-injury.
- Since debuting in 2021, Ryan has been a reliable starter for the Twins with a 3.79 ERA, strong strikeout-to-walk ratios, and is under team control through the 2027 season.
- Despite exceeding preseason expectations thanks to young players and veteran contributions, the Twins’ bullpen remains a major weakness, ranking near the bottom of the league in multiple pitching metrics.
- The team's decision to dismantle their relief corps last summer has contributed to their sub-.500 record, highlighting the ongoing need for bullpen improvements.
