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Joe Ryan Completes Bullpen Session
According to Bill Ladson of MLB.com, Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Joe Ryan (shoulder) completed a 36-pitch bullpen session on Thursday and did not face any setbacks. Manager Rocco Baldelli noted that the right-hander look in "midseason" form. Ryan ended the 2024 season on the injured list due to a Grade 2 teres major strain he suffered in August. However, the 28-year-old was able to have a normal offseason. Seeing him throw a successful bullpen early in spring training and not facing any setbacks is a positive sign. Fantasy managers should continue monitoring his status but expect him to be locked into the starting rotation on Opening Day. Last summer, Ryan was enjoying a breakout season as he posted a 3.60 ERA with a 0.99 WHIP across 135 frames. He struck out 147 batters and held a stellar 4.3 percent walk rate. If cleared for action, Ryan will likely slot in as the No. 2 option behind Pablo Lopez.
Source: Bill Ladson
Source: Bill Ladson
