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Top Questions as Dodgers, Blue Jays Face Off in First Meeting Since World Series

An early-season rematch of the World Series. Breaking down the Dodgers and the Blue Jays ahead of their three-game tilt.

APRIL 6 • FOX SPORTS

Top Questions as Dodgers, Blue Jays Face Off in First Meeting Since World Series

Dodgers Optioned Kyle Hurt And River Ryan For Extra Work Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts discussed the thought process behind optioning River Ryan and Kyle Hurt to Triple-A Oklahoma City.

MARCH 19 • DODGERBLUE.COM

Dodgers finalize decisions on 2 key roster battles, but 1 big question remains The Dodgers settled roster decisions by promoting Santiago Espinal and optioning River Ryan, but the second base battle continues.

MARCH 19 • DODGERSWAY.COM

Doesn't make Opening Day roster The Dodgers optioned Ryan to Triple-A Oklahoma City on Wednesday.

Impact Ryan spent the entire 2025 season while recovering from Tommy John surgery and entered spring training with an outside shot at making the Dodgers' Opening Day roster. He appeared in four Cactus League games for the Dodgers and posted a 1.86 ERA, 0.93 WHIP and 12:4 K:BB across 9.2 innings. It was a strong camp for Ryan, but even with Blake Snell (shoulder) expected to start the season on the 15-day injured list, the Dodgers are being mindful of the former's workload and will ease him back in the minors first, per Jack Harris of the California Post. It wouldn't be a surprise to see Ryan in some major-league games in 2026.

MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to break camp with LA Ryan has had a strong spring but is expected to begin the season in the minors, Sonja Chen of MLB.com reports.

Impact Ryan's most recent spring outing was a four-inning start against Texas on Sunday, during which he allowed just one run and struck out five batters. The right-hander has posted an impressive 1.86 ERA with a 12:4 K:BB over 9.2 frames spanning four appearances this spring, and with Blake Snell (shoulder) slated to open the season on the IL, there had been some thought that Ryan could be a candidate for the open rotation spot. However, Chen surmises that Ryan will almost certainly begin the campaign in the minors due to an early schedule that includes three days off over the first 15 days of the season (which should reduce the need for a sixth starter) and the presence of Emmet Sheehan and Justin Wrobleski, both of whom have more experience as swingmen. It's also worth noting that Ryan missed all of last season while recovering from Tommy John surgery, so while there's a good chance he'll get an opportunity with the big club at some point during the campaign, the Dodgers are likely to manage his workload carefully.

MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE

Dodgers insider hinting at River Ryan decision shows how deep pitching staff is MLB.com insider Sonja Chen expects River Ryan to start his Dodgers season in Triple-A despite the hype.

MARCH 17 • DODGERSWAY.COM

Dodgers might be changing course with 2026 plan for River Ryan The Dodgers can dress it up however they want, but this spring is starting to look like the beginning of a different conversation for River...

MARCH 13 • DODGERSWAY.COM

Dodgers Trying To Determine Workload Goal For River Ryan In 2026 The Los Angeles Dodgers are contemplating River Ryan's workload for 2026 while he continues to build up over the spring.

MARCH 11 • DODGERBLUE.COM

It's family first for Ryan brothers as they compete for roster spots GLENDALE, Ariz. -- Most pitchers in the Dodgers’ clubhouse are fighting for a roster spot or a rotation role. But for Ryder Ryan and River R...

MARCH 7 • MLB.COM

This Dodgers rotation depth piece might have a chance of stealing Roki Sasaki's spot River Ryan is emerging as a real rotation candidate after Gavin Stone's injury and Roki Sasaki's struggles.

MARCH 4 • DODGERSWAY.COM

Contending for Opening Day rotation Ryan has impressed this spring and has a chance to open the regular season in the Dodgers' rotation, Courtney Hollmon of MLB.com reports.

Impact Ryan was particularly impressive Tuesday in an outing versus Cleveland, firing two scoreless and hitless innings while issuing one walk and striking out three batters. Through two Cactus League appearances, the right-hander has tossed three scoreless frames with a 4:2 K:BB. Ryan missed all of last season while recovering from Tommy John surgery, but he reportedly had a normal offseason and put on about 30 pounds in an effort to increase his durability. He's still more likely than not to begin the campaign in the minors, but injuries within the Dodgers' starting corps -- including to Blake Snell (shoulder) and Gavin Stone (shoulder) -- along with Roki Sasaki's struggles have at least cracked the door open a bit for Ryan to break camp with the big-league club.

MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE

Contending for Opening Day rotation Ryan has impressed this spring and has a chance to open the regular season in the Dodgers' rotation, Courtney Hollmon of MLB.com reports.

MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE

River Ryan impresses with command in latest rotation audition GOODYEAR, Ariz. -- If the battle for the final spots in the Dodgers' rotation comes down to who can consistently find the strike zone, River...

MARCH 4 • MLB.COM

Gavin Stone, River Ryan's spring debuts make Dodgers' pitching depth look even more formidable Gavin Stone and River Ryan's positive early returns from spring training emphasize Dodgers' insane pitching depth.

FEBRUARY 27 • DODGERSWAY.COM

'Definitely nerve-wracking': Ryan sharp in first outing since August '24 SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. -- River Ryan is still unproven in the big leagues, but the first impression he made 18 months ago has held strong.

FEBRUARY 26 • MLB.COM

Tosses bullpen session Tuesday Ryan (elbow) threw a bullpen session at spring training Tuesday, Sonja Chen of MLB.com reports.

Impact Ryan has had a relatively normal offseason after missing the entire 2025 campaign following Tommy John surgery, but it's at least wroth noting his presence on the mound to begin camp. The 27-year-old made his MLB debut in 2024 for the Dodgers, making four starts, and produced a 1.33 ERA, 1.18 WHIP and 18:9 K:BB across 20.1 innings. Ryan packed on 30 pounds while rehabbing in an effort to increase his durability. The right-hander is expected to open the 2026 campaign in the minors.

FEBRUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Meet the Dodgers' secret weapon: River Ryan is ready to dominate | Sporting News Los Angeles already has everything else.

FEBRUARY 11 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Packs on weight over winter Ryan (elbow) said Saturday that he added 30 pounds over the offseason in hopes of increasing his durability, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports.

Impact Ryan believes his relatively slight build contributed to the Tommy John surgery that knocked him out for the entirety of the 2025 season. While rehabbing that injury, Ryan "ate a lot of calories" and "lifted like an animal," which resulted in his weight going from 195 to 225. Ryan said he's had a normal offseason, having already thrown 10 bullpen sessions and touched triple digits on the radar run. The 27-year-old is unlikely to be on the Dodgers' Opening Day roster, but he could be a key rotation depth piece. Ryan held a 1.33 ERA and 18:9 K:BB over 20.1 innings covering four starts for the Dodgers in 2024.

FEBRUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Ryan looks to make impact in return from Tommy John surgery River Ryan's brief but impressive first stint in the big leagues was cut short due to injury. After a year rehabbing from Tommy John surgery...

DECEMBER 22, 2025 • MLB.COM

Dodgers manager comments on Gavin Stone, River Ryan returning Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts discussed his expectations for Gavin Stone and River Ryan returning for the 2026 season.

DECEMBER 20, 2025 • DODGERBLUE.COM

Dodgers Winter Meetings Updates: Mookie Betts, Tanner Scott, Teoscar Hernández, Shohei Ohtani & More Dodgers Winter Meetings updates from manager Dave Roberts on Teoscar Hernández, Shohei Ohtani, Mookie Betts, Gavin Stone, River Ryan.

DECEMBER 10, 2025 • DODGERBLUE.COM

Dodgers Injury Updates: Gavin Stone, River Ryan return timelines revealed After a full year spent rehabbing from surgery on his throwing shoulder, Los Angeles Dodgers right-hander Gavin Stone says he’s finally turn...

NOVEMBER 24, 2025 • DODGERSWAY.COM

Normal buildup in spring training Dodgers general manager Brandon Gomes said during the GM Meetings last week that Ryan (elbow) will go through a "normal" buildup during spring training, Jeff Fletcher of The Orange...

Impact Ryan hasn't pitched since August 2024 Tommy John surgery, but he should have a relatively normal spring training since the righty will be 18 months removed from the operation by that point. The 27-year-old held a 1.33 ERA and 18:9 K:BB over 20.1 innings covering four starts for the Dodgers in 2024, but after a long layoff, he's sure to begin the 2026 season in the minors.

NOVEMBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Dodgers GM sees reason for optimism with Gavin Stone & River Ryan Los Angeles Dodgers general manager discussed expectations for Gavin Stone and River Ryan returning from injuries in 2026.

NOVEMBER 17, 2025 • DODGERBLUE.COM

Blue Jays and Dodgers play in World Series Game 7

The Toronto Blue Jays and the Los Angeles Dodgers play in a decisive Game 7 of the World Series

NOVEMBER 1, 2025 • Associated Press

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Top Questions as Dodgers, Blue Jays Face Off in First Meeting Since World Series

Blue Jays and Dodgers play in World Series Game 7