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Scouting Report
Updated May 20, 2026
Joe Ryan, 29-year-old Twins right-hander, exited his start in the first inning due to elbow discomfort after just nine pitches. MRI imaging revealed no structural damage. Ryan has already resumed throwing activities, completed a bullpen session with positive results, and is on track to make his next scheduled start. The Twins avoided a major injury scare with their star pitcher.
Strengths
- + No structural damage confirmed by MRI
- + Already throwing and completed bullpen session successfully
- + On track to make next start as scheduled
- + Velos and offspeed stuff performing well in bullpen
- + Established track record as steady AL pitcher with 3.79 career ERA
- + Strong 27.5% strikeout rate and excellent 5.7% walk rate
- + Best-case scenario outcome for injury scare
Weaknesses
- - Experienced elbow discomfort during recent start
- - Felt unfamiliar discomfort on multiple pitches
- - Prone to home runs due to fly-ball tendencies and lack of premium velocity
- - Currently 2-3 record with 3.72 ERA this season
- - Twins pitching staff already dealing with multiple injuries
Injury Status: day-to-day -- Elbow discomfort with no structural damage; cleared to pitch with reduced workload this week
About
Ryan Thompson is a rp for the Arizona Diamondbacks.
Player Overview
Position
RP
Team
Arizona Diamondbacks