Yankees consider trade for Joe Ryan as Twins eye playoffs
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 17, 2026, 2:00 PM
Last updated Jul 17, 2026
The New York Yankees are reportedly interested in acquiring Joe Ryan from the Minnesota Twins ahead of the trade deadline. Ryan has been performing well this season, registering a 2.85 ERA and recently making his second All-Star team. However, the Twins, currently in contention for a playoff spot with a 48-49 record, may be reluctant to trade him. The Yankees' pitching staff has faced injuries, but questions remain about the suitability of trading for Ryan, given the Twins' competitive position and his potential cost.
- •Yankees show interest in Joe Ryan ahead of trade deadline.
- •Ryan has a 2.85 ERA this season and is an All-Star.
- •Twins are in the playoff race with a 48-49 record.
- •Concerns exist about trading prospects for Ryan's level of upgrade.
- •Ryan's contract situation may affect the transaction.
- 2:00 PMYahoo Sports — Yankees potential trade target: Joe Ryan
"The starter might not be available with the Twins in the playoff running, but should the Yankees try anyway?
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