Fansided · Mar 18
Joe Ryan's latest spring training start proves Team USA is making big mistake
Mar 10, 2026; Port Charlotte, Florida, USA; Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Joe Ryan (41) throws a pitch against the Tampa Bay Rays in the first inning during spring training at Charlotte Sports Park. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images | Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn ImagesRather than selecting Joe Ryan from the Designated Player Pool, Team USA is using New York Mets right-hander Nolan McLean as its starting pitcher against Team Venezuela in the WBC title game at LoanDepot Park in Miami tonight. Lefty Eduardo Rodríguez will make the start for Venezuela.
Team USA making huge mistake by starting Nolan McLean over Joe Ryan in WBC Finals