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Twins All-Star right-hander Joe Ryan has inflammation in lower back

  • On Feb 22, 2026, Minnesota Twins All-Star right-hander Joe Ryan was scratched from Saturday's spring start after an MRI revealed inflammation in his lower back.
  • Testing after Saturday's tightness showed Joe Ryan has inflammation in his lower back, Twins general manager Zoll said he's 'just dealing with some inflammation' and will rest for a few days.
  • Ryan, 29, went 13-10 with a 3.42 ERA and 194 strikeouts in 30 starts in 2025 and was a first-time All-Star.
  • The Twins say they will progress Joe Ryan as tolerated and don't envision this impacting his Opening Day readiness, but his availability for Team USA in the World Baseball Classic is uncertain after ace Pablo López's loss.
  • With López sidelined, Ryan's role in the rotation is supported by Bailey Ober, Simeon Woods Richardson, Zebby Matthews, David Festa, Taj Bradley, and Mick Abel, supported by recent trades.
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Twins All-Star right-hander Joe Ryan has inflammation in lower back

Minnesota Twins right-hander Joe Ryan is expected to be available for the start of the season after an MRI revealed only inflammation in his lower back.

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