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Scouting Report
Updated May 19, 2026
Joe Ryan, 29-year-old Twins right-hander, exited his most recent start in the first inning after 9 pitches due to elbow discomfort. MRI revealed no structural damage. Ryan is planning to throw a bullpen session and may avoid the injured list entirely. The Twins took a cautious approach given the elbow concern. Ryan has been a steady performer since 2021 with a 3.79 ERA, 27.5% strikeout rate, and excellent 5.7% walk rate across 123 appearances.
Strengths
- + No structural damage confirmed via MRI
- + Already completed catch play
- + Bullpen session planned to determine status
- + Strong career track record since 2021 debut
- + Excellent walk rate (5.7%)
- + High strikeout rate (27.5%)
- + Steady performer in AL
- + Cautious team approach minimizes risk
Weaknesses
- - Elbow discomfort during recent start
- - Unfamiliar pain sensation reported
- - Fly-ball pitcher with homer-prone tendencies
- - Lacks premium velocity
- - Early exit from game (9 pitches)
- - Possible IL placement if bullpen session unsuccessful
Injury Status: day-to-day
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Player Overview
Position
RP
Team
Chicago Cubs