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The Boston Red Sox have landed two starting pitchers this offseason and although reports have pointed to more interest around the league, it sounds like one hurler is at least off the table.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 6

Yankees must make this trade offer for Twins’ Joe Ryan

What the Minnesota Twins started during the summer is likely to continue in the offseason. The Twins began a teardown of their roster when they traded Carlos Correa to the Houston Astros, Jhoan Duran to the Philadelphia Phillies, Harrison Bader to the Phillies, Willi Castro to the Chicago Cubs and Danny Coulombe to the Texas Rangers.

MLB News / Boston Red Sox on SI / December 5

Red Sox Fans' Joe Ryan Dreams Reportedly Done, For Now

Boston Red Sox fans have been clamoring for the organization acquire Joe Ryan from the Minnesota Twins for months. Unfortunately, it seems like that dream is done, for now.

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Minnesota Twins News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 5

Twins rumors: Minnesota’s stance on trading Byron Buxton, Joe Ryan, Pablo Lopez

The Minnesota Twins are trying to make a statement in the American League. A team that usually plays well early on in the season has not made a playoff run in quite some time.

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Minnesota Twins News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 5

Twins' plans for Joe Ryan, Byron Buxton, Pablo Lopez revealed

The Minnesota Twins just underwent a big sell-off at the summer trade deadline. That led to plenty of speculation about further selling this winter, but that appears not to be in the cards.

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MLB News / Yardbarker / December 4

Mets reportedly eyeing Twins ace to fortify rotation

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Houston Astros News / Larry Brown Sports / December 3

Astros linked to 1 All-Star pitcher in trade rumors

The Houston Astros may be ready to come of their hibernation. Houston is interested in a potential trade for Minnesota Twins pitcher Joe Ryan, MLB reporter Jon Heyman revealed on Wednesday during an appearance on “B/R Walkoff.” Heyman notes that the Astros would like to add another pitcher to pair with ace Hunter Brown.

MLB News / Boston Red Sox on SI / December 2

Red Sox, Joe Ryan Trade Deadline Rumors Were Overblown

Over the last few months, there has been one pitcher connected to the Boston Red Sox above all else: Joe Ryan of the Minnesota Twins. Rumors and reports surfaced around the 2025 Major League Baseball trade deadline, but Boston didn't get a deal done.

MLB News / Texas Rangers on SI / December 2

Should Rangers Make Splash on This Twins Ace Ahead of 2026 Campaign?

After the Texas Rangers were involved in a shocking blockbuster trade for Marcus Semien and Brandon Nimmo, it became clear they would not shy away from any opportunities to bolster their roster.

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / December 2

Twins 'trying to decide' which star pitcher to trade, reporter claims

Speculation continues to mount that one of Joe Ryan or Pablo Lopez could be dealt this offseason. The latest hint comes from USA Today's Bobby Nightengale.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / December 2

Cubs trade target: Pablo López

Here is another Twins right-hander (in addition to Joe Ryan, who I profiled in this series last week) who could help the Cubs. It seems clear that the Twins are in rebuild mode and would likely be happy to trade Pablo López.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 30

Perfect trade offer Dodgers must offer Twins for Joe Ryan

As the dust settles on the 2025 season, the Los Angeles Dodgers find themselves in a familiar position: looking to reinforce a roster that is already the envy of the league.

MLB News / Cubs Insider / November 30

Twins Could Help Cubs with Multiple Offseason Needs

After a season in which they finished fourth in the AL Central with a record of 70-92, the Minnesota Twins may be ready to enter a rebuild. Earlier this month, Jeff Passan reported that they are likely to trade either Joe Ryan or Pablo López this offseason.

MLB News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / November 25

Cubs trade target: Joe Ryan

Let’s pivot from looking at possible Cubs free agent signings and instead, check out some starting pitchers who will likely be available by trade. Some of these guys were the same starters that many teams, including the Cubs, tried to acquire at last summer’s deadline.

Minnesota Twins News / Bring Me The News / November 19

Insider believes Twins will deal one of their co-aces this offseason

What does the Twins' rotation look like going into the 2026 season? At this point in the offseason, Minnesota has Joe Ryan, Pablo López, and Bailey Ober as three certified starters.

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / November 18

Insider expects Twins to move one of their top two starters this offseason

Joe Ryan or Pablo Lopez? If the Twins only keep one of the two star pitchers, who should it be? The latest from a reputable insider suggests that only one of the two will be wearing a Minnesota uniform in 2026.

Minnesota Twins News / Just Baseball / November 17

Which Minnesota Twins All-Star Will Be Traded First?

Following a 72-90 season, the Minnesota Twins are primed to subtract even more from their roster this winter. Despite reporting at the GM Meetings suggesting otherwise, there’s feeling at least one of the team’s All-Stars — right-handers Joe Ryan and Pablo López, or outfielder Byron Buxton — will be traded.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 15

Why Braves must trade for Twins’ Joe Ryan

The Atlanta Braves struggled throughout the 2025 season, stumbling to a 76-86 record. The often consistent Braves missed the postseason, but they feature enough talent to bounce back in 2026.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / November 13

Cubs Could Plot Second Pursuit Of Ace After Missing Out At Trade Deadline

The Chicago Cubs head into the offseason expected to add to their pitching staff, whether it be via free agency or the trade market. This past summer at the trade deadline, though Chicago made a couple of moves, they did not end up acquiring any of the aces they were linked to much to the disappointment of the fan base.