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Twins Trade Joe Ryan Amid 2027 Lockout Pricing Concerns

6/5/2026

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The Twins will trade right-hander Joe Ryan, 2027, without a discount despite lockout concerns.
General manager Jeremy Zoll said even a shortened season would still produce a champion.
Executives will factor the risk of a 2027 owners’ lockout in deadline pricing.
Rangers, Mariners and Orioles have paid premiums, including a $68 million extension for Shane Baz.
Union official warned MLB Players Association will not accept a deal that removes service time.

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The Twins will trade right-hander Joe Ryan, 2027, without a discount despite lockout concerns.
General manager Jeremy Zoll said even a shortened season would still produce a champion.
Executives will factor the risk of a 2027 owners’ lockout in deadline pricing.
Rangers, Mariners and Orioles have paid premiums, including a $68 million extension for Shane Baz.
Union official warned MLB Players Association will not accept a deal that removes service time.