River Ryan
SP - Los Angeles Dodgers
2026 Outlook
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Los Angeles Dodgers general manager Brandon Gomes indicated last week that River Ryan (elbow) is expected to undergo a "normal" buildup during spring training. By that time, the right-hander will be 18 months removed from the Tommy John surgery he underwent in August 2024.
Fantasy Impact
Despite the encouraging health update, Ryan is expected to begin the 2026 season in the minors following his extended absence. Before the injury in 2024, the 27-year-old posted a 1.33 ERA with an 18:9 K:BB ratio across 20.1 innings over four starts for Los Angeles.
The Dodgers transferred River Ryan from the 15-day IL to 60-day IL.
Fantasy Impact
Ryan underwent Tommy John surgery and will likely be sidelined through most of next season.
River Ryan will undergo Tommy John surgery.
Fantasy Impact
We already knew that Ryan would miss the rest of the 2024 season due to a forearm injury but now he will likely miss the entire 2025 season as well. The 25-year-old had a 1.33 ERA and 1.18 WHIP in four starts with the Dodgers this season.
River Ryan will miss the rest of the 2024 season due to an elbow injury.
Fantasy Impact
Ryan was removed from Saturday's start and underwent an MRI on Sunday. The exact nature of the injury and the course of action the Dodgers are taking is still unclear, but we know it's severe enough to rule him out for the rest of 2024.
River Ryan delivered a solid performance, tossing 4 2/3 scoreless innings while allowing just four hits, striking out four, and issuing no walks in Saturday's 4-1 victory over the Pirates.
Fantasy Impact
This outing continues a promising trend for Ryan, who maintains a stellar 1.33 ERA and a 1.18 WHIP through his first four starts. His ability to suppress runs while maintaining a decent strikeout rate and a favorable BABIP suggests he could be a valuable asset in deeper fantasy leagues, especially if he can sustain his control and efficiency. While wins may be elusive given his current role and the innings he's pitching, his performance should keep him on the radar for fantasy managers looking for steady, if not spectacular, pitching contributions.
