Joe Ryan

Joe Ryan emerged as a solid No. 2 starter in Minnesota in 2022, striking out 151 batters in 147 innings, going 13-8 with a 3.55 ERA and 1.10 WHIP. His xERA was 3.57 but his xFIP was 4.35. He gives up more HR than fantasy managers would like (1.22 HR/9 last year), but he balances that with a 9.24 K/9 and 2.88 BB/9. The 26-year-old definitely has a place on fantasy rosters and can probably be picked up somewhere in the 13th round.

Joe Ryan tosses six shutout innings Friday

Joe Ryan pitched six innings, allowing five hits, one walk, and no earned runs Friday. He struck out eight Tigers and tallied his 13th win of the season.

Fantasy Impact

Ryan had a nice bounce back outing after lasting just four innings in his previous start. The 26-year-old has a 3.55 ERA, .211 BAA, and a 9.24 K/9 ratio in 27 games this season. If the Twins allow Ryan to make another start before the end of the season, he remains a solid option.