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Joe Ryan Excluded from TwinsFest Amid Contract Dispute

1/14/2026

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Joe Ryan was removed from the Minnesota Twins' TwinsFest lineup scheduled for January 23-24 amid ongoing contract negotiations with the team.
The $500,000 contract gap prevented an agreement, fueling speculation about Ryan's future.
The Minnesota Twins stated they do not plan to move Ryan.
Ryan had a strong 2025 season, earning his first All-Star nomination with a 3.42 ERA and 194 strikeouts.

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Joe Ryan was removed from the Minnesota Twins' TwinsFest lineup scheduled for January 23-24 amid ongoing contract negotiations with the team.
The $500,000 contract gap prevented an agreement, fueling speculation about Ryan's future.
The Minnesota Twins stated they do not plan to move Ryan.
Ryan had a strong 2025 season, earning his first All-Star nomination with a 3.42 ERA and 194 strikeouts.