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Joe Ryan back, Walker Jenkins slumping, and time's almost up for Twins
Joe Ryan is returning from the IL as the Twins face ever-dimming playoff hopes, now 4.5 games back in the American League wild-card race after losing two of three this weekend in Chicago. The Athletic's Dan Hayes and Zack Pierce along with former MLB pitcher Tyler Duffey talk about Ryan’s return, Walker Jenkins’ ongoing struggles at the plate and more from the weekend. Topics include:
— Joe Ryan returns from the IL and will pitch Monday
— Twins with a deflating effort in Sunday's series finale vs. White Sox
— Time to worry about the slumping Walker Jenkins?…
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