Trending Now - Twins Pitcher Joe Ryan Exits Early With Elbow Discomfort
WHO:
MLB.com - Righty Mick Abel is sidelined with elbow inflammation but is making good progress in his recovery.
MLB.com - Andrew Morris is a candidate to take Joe Ryan’s rotation spot if a replacement is needed.
MLB.com - Joe Ryan, Minnesota Twins pitcher
MLB.com - Derek Shelton, Twins manager
MLB.com - Masa Abe, Twins athletic trainer
MLB.com - Andrew Morris, Twins relief pitcher
MLB.com - Victor Caratini, Twins catcher
MLB.com - Yohendrick Piñango, Blue Jays player
MLB.com - Kazuma Okamoto, Blue Jays player
MLB.com - Luke Keaschall, Twins player
MLB.com - Matt Wallner, Twins player
MLB.com - Kody Clemens, Twins player
MLB.com - Eric Orze, Twins pitcher
MLB.com - Kody Funderburk, Twins pitcher
MLB.com - Justin Topa, Twins pitcher
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WHAT:
MLB.com - Andrew Morris pitched 3 2/3 scoreless innings with three strikeouts in relief of Joe Ryan.
MLB.com - Luke Keaschall had his first game this season with multiple extra-base hits.
MLB.com - Matt Wallner ended a 3-for-40 slump with an RBI double in the game.
MLB.com - Joe Ryan was removed from a game after facing two batters due to right elbow soreness.
MLB.com - Ryan struck out Yohendrick Piñango and walked Kazuma Okamoto before being removed.
MLB.com - Andrew Morris entered the game in relief and pitched 3 2/3 scoreless innings with three strikeouts.
MLB.com - The Twins won the game against the Blue Jays, 4-3.
MLB.com - Ryan had a record of 2-3 with a 3.76 ERA in seven starts in 2026.
MLB.com - The Twins split a four-game series with the Blue Jays.
WHERE:
MLB.com - The game took place in Minneapolis.
WHY:
MLB.com - Ryan's removal was due to right elbow soreness, raising concerns about his health.
MLB.com - The Twins have already lost co-ace Pablo López to season-ending elbow surgery.
HOW:
MLB.com - The Twins utilized contributions from various players, including a three-run fifth inning against the Toronto bullpen.
MLB.com - Ryan called catcher Victor Caratini to the mound before being removed from the game.
MLB.com - The Twins utilized contributions from various players to secure the win, including a three-run fifth inning against the Toronto bullpen.
(UPDATED May 4, 2026 01:26 UTC)
In a recent game, the Twins showcased a strong performance, highlighted by a three-run fifth inning against the Toronto bullpen. Andrew Morris stepped up in relief of Joe Ryan, pitching three and two-thirds scoreless innings with three strikeouts, while Luke Keaschall marked his first game of the season with multiple extra-base hits. Additionally, Matt Wallner broke out of a slump, ending a stretch of three hits in forty at-bats with an RBI double.
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(UPDATED May 3, 2026 23:11 UTC)
In a tense moment during the game in Minneapolis, Joe Ryan was removed after facing just two batters due to right elbow soreness, having struck out Yohendrick Piñango and walked Kazuma Okamoto. Andrew Morris stepped in as relief and delivered an impressive performance, pitching three and two-thirds scoreless innings, helping the Minnesota Twins secure a narrow victory over the Blue Jays with a final score of 4 to 3. This win comes amid concerns for Ryan's health, especially after the team has already lost co-ace Pablo López to season-ending elbow surgery.