Joe Ryan makes first rehab start for St. Paul in win over Omaha

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Last updated Sep 2, 2026

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Twins pitcher Joe Ryan returned to the mound Tuesday in a rehab start for the St. Paul Saints, throwing 42 pitches over three innings. Ryan, who has been sidelined with a glute strain since August 4, allowed one hit and struck out four Omaha Storm Chasers before being relieved. The Saints offense supported his outing with a 12-hit performance, securing an 11-2 victory at Werner Park. Aaron Sabato hit his 23rd home run of the season, while Cody Morrissette and Emmanuel Rodriguez also recorded homers. Ryan Gallagher earned the win after pitching four innings of relief. St. Paul, which holds a 75-57 record, is scheduled to face Omaha again in a matinee game on Wednesday.

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  • Joe Ryan struck out four batters over three innings in his first rehab appearance.
  • St. Paul defeated Omaha 11-2 behind a 12-hit offensive performance.
  • Aaron Sabato hit his 23rd home run of the season for the Saints.
  • Emmanuel Rodriguez recorded four hits and two RBIs in five at-bats.
  • St. Paul and Omaha play the next game of their series Wednesday afternoon.
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Twins pitching ace Joe Ryan, who has been out with an strained glute since Aug. 4, returned to the mound Tuesday as St. Paul pummeled host Omaha 11-2. With a goal of returning to the big-league club’s staff before the end of the season, Ryan threw 42 pitches over three innings. He allowed one hit, a solo home run, while striking out four Storm Chasers before being relieved by Ryan Gallagher in ...

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