Twins’ Joe Ryan leaves start in first inning with right elbow soreness
The New York Times • • sports
Key Points:
- Minnesota Twins pitcher Joe Ryan exited Sunday's game after only two batters due to right elbow soreness, raising early concerns about his health.
- Ryan's fastball velocity has decreased slightly this season, averaging 91.6 mph on Sunday compared to 92.6 mph in his first seven starts, which he attributed to mechanical issues rather than injury.
- Twins manager Derek Shelton confirmed Ryan was being evaluated after he felt something in his elbow, adding to the team's pitching concerns following Pablo López's season-ending Tommy John surgery in February.
- Ryan missed the end of the 2024 season due to a shoulder strain but bounced back with a strong 2025 season, earning his first All-Star nod and maintaining significant trade value for the Twins.
- This marks Ryan’s second injury scare in just over two months, having previously missed spring training starts due to lower back tightness, though he has since made every scheduled start.
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