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What it will take for SF Giants to finally land their white whale, Twins ace Joe Ryan

The SF Giants could use a rotation upgrade and Minnesota Twins ace Joe Ryan would make a ton of sense. What would it take to trade for him though?

By Nick San Miguel · Around the Foghorn

Published: Monday, 19 October 2026 at 5:00 PM

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Around the Foghorn argues the SF Giants should pursue a trade for Minnesota Twins ace Joe Ryan.
Joe Ryan is entering his final year under contract after posting a 3.79 ERA in 2026.
The proposed permanent trade could involve infielder Casey Schmitt or top young prospects.

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Around the Foghorn argues that the San Francisco Giants should pursue a permanent trade for Minnesota Twins pitcher Joe Ryan this offseason. With Ryan entering the final year of his contract following Minnesota's 77-85 season in 2026, writer Nick San Miguel suggests the Giants could target him as a co-ace alongside Logan Webb.

To acquire Ryan, who posted a 3.79 ERA across 27 starts in 2026, the article suggests San Francisco might need a package similar to Baltimore's trade for Corbin Burnes. Potential trade chips could include Casey Schmitt or young prospects.

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What it will take for SF Giants to finally land their white whale, Twins ace Joe Ryan

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