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One week after Ryan Ward was designated for assignment, he is moving on from the Los Angeles Dodgers organization and now will be part of the Chunichi Dragons of the Nippon Professional Baseball league (NPB), according to Fabian Ardaya of the Athletic.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 22

Ryan Ward Acquired By NPB’s Chunichi Dragons

The Dodgers announced that the contract of first baseman/outfielder Ryan Ward has been sold to the Chunichi Dragons of Japan’s Nippon Professional Baseball.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / EssentiallySports / September 17

Dodgers Cut Ties With Player After 7 Years in a Sudden Roster Move

Despite winning the 2025 PCL MVP award, Ryan Ward’s tenure with the Los Angeles Dodgers lasted just 20 games. A September slump and a positional redundancy as a left-handed outfielder ended the 28-year-old rookie’s time in the organization.

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / September 16

Dodgers Activate Kris Bubic, Option Paul Gervase & DFA Ryan Ward

The Los Angeles Dodgers activated Kris Bubic off the 60-day injured list and optioned Paul Gervase ahead of Wednesday’s game against the Cincinnati Reds.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 16

Dodgers Designate Ryan Ward For Assignment

The Dodgers announced that left-hander Kris Bubic has been reinstated from the 60-day injured list. Right-hander Paul Gervase has been optioned to Triple-A Oklahoma City to open an active roster spot.

MLB News / Dodger Blue / August 31

Teoscar Hernández likely to be impacted by Dodgers’ expanded roster decision

With MLB rosters set to expand to 28 players on Sept. 1, the Los Angeles Dodgers appear primed to move Teoscar Hernández into somewhat of a platoon role amid his ongoing struggles this season.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / July 25

Dodgers Predicted to Trade 28-Year-Old Outfielder Ahead of Deadline

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Viral Sports News / July 24

Dodgers Power Hitter Tabbed as Top Trade Candidate

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / June 29

Teoscar Hernández Activated Off Injured List, Ryan Ward Optioned

The Los Angeles Dodgers activated Teoscar Hernández off the 10-day injured list and optioned Ryan Ward to Triple-A Oklahoma City before Monday’s game against the A’s.

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / June 26

Dodgers Could Trade Breakout Outfielder This Deadline, Says Insider

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / June 23

Dave Roberts Praises ‘Winning Player’ Ryan Ward

Ryan Ward finally received a long-awaited opportunity to make his MLB debut with the Los Angeles Dodgers this season and now he’s taken on a larger role.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 10

Ryan Ward makes case for Dodgers’ roster spot long-term with clutch grand slam

Los Angeles Dodgers rookie Ryan Ward delivered a career milestone on Wednesday night, blasting his first Major League grand slam during the team’s road matchup against the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / June 9

Dodgers' 28-Year-Old Prospect Turning Heads in First Opportunity at MLB Level

The Los Angeles Dodgers have seen plenty of talented players come up through the system, with many of them being younger guys who get a chance due to injuries.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / June 1

Ryan Ward: ‘Really Cool’ To Hit First MLB Home Run

Ryan Ward had a game to remember in the Los Angeles Dodgers’ 9-1 win over the Philadelphia Phillies on Sunday afternoon. Ward, starting in left field, went 1-for-2 with his first career Major League home run.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Minor League Baseball on SI / June 1

Dodgers' Ryan Ward Blasts First MLB Homer Off Former Phillies Top Prospect

Longtime minor leaguer Ryan Ward just accomplished something in the majors that he's likely dreamed about for many years. Ward, the Los Angeles Dodgers' No.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 22

Dodgers rumors: Which prospect could Los Angeles trade before deadline?

Though the 2026 MLB season is just barely a month old, some are already looking forward to the trade deadline, where the Los Angeles Dodgers will absolutely be a player even if they maintain the best record in the NL.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Just Baseball / April 22

The Dodgers Just Showed Off a Trade Chip in Ryan Ward

Over the last few minor league seasons, the Los Angeles Dodgers have had multiple blue-chip prospects in their system. Players such as Zyhir Hope and Josue De Paula found themselves near the peak of Just Baseball’s Top 100 list, giving them one of the strongest farm systems around the league.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / April 21

Dodgers Notes: Edwin Díaz Elbow Surgery, Cubs Manager Calls Out LA, Ryan Ward Trade?

The Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Colorado Rockies, 12-3, on Monday to improve to 16-6 on the year. LA split the four-game set with the Rockies and will head back to California to take on the rival San Francisco Giants on the road starting Tuesday.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / April 20

Dodgers' 28-Year-Old Outfield Prospect Named Top Trade Candidate Ahead of Deadline

It was only one game, and Ryan Ward probably won’t get many more before he heads back to Triple-A Oklahoma City. Nonetheless, Ward did enough in his major league debut with the Dodgers on Sunday to improve his trade stock — which could mean more to the Dodgers’ front office than what the 28 year-old did in a 9-6 loss to the Colorado Rockies.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Field Level Media / April 19

Dodgers put 1B Freddie Freeman on paternity list, call up OF Ryan Ward

The Los Angeles Dodgers placed first baseman Freddie Freeman on the paternity list Sunday and called up outfielder Ryan Ward to the major leagues for the first time after seven minor league seasons.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Minor League Baseball on SI / April 18

Dodgers Reportedly Promote Seasoned Power-Hitting Prospect to MLB Roster

One of the Los Angeles Dodgers' prospects who has been in the minors for the past seven years is reportedly getting his first opportunity in the big leagues.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 18

Dodgers To Promote Ryan Ward

The Dodgers are calling first baseman/outfielder Ryan Ward up to the Major League roster, The Athletic’s Fabian Ardaya reports. The corresponding 26-man move isn’t yet known, and Ward was already added to Los Angeles’ 40-man roster back in November.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / April 18

Dodgers Calling Up Top Prospect Outfielder in Surprise Move

The Los Angeles Dodgers are calling up outfielder Ryan Ward, per multiple reports. Ward is the No. 19 ranked prospect in the Dodgers farm system, per MLB Pipeline.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / November 6

Ryan Ward & Robinson Ortiz Added To 40-Man

Fresh off winning the 2025 World Series, the Los Angeles Dodgers are already focused on building their roster for the 2026 season with multiple transactions on Thursday.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Minor League Baseball on SI / July 20, 2025

This Minor League Player Is Probably the Best Prospect You Know Nothing About

Ryan Ward just might be the best player in the minor leagues you’ve never heard of. Outside of Los Angeles and Oklahoma City, not many fans know about Ward.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Minor League Baseball on SI / May 1, 2025

Los Angeles Dodgers' Triple-A Team Wins on Walk-Off, Inside-the-Park Home Run

Ryan Ward entered Thursday with five home runs on the season, but none of them were quite like the one he hit against the El Paso Chihuahuas. The Oklahoma City Comets outfielder stepped up to the plate in the seventh inning of a 3-3 ballgame, which was the front end of a doubleheader.