Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Kyle Ryan earned his first save of the season in Saturday's victory versus the Washington Nationals. Ryan was called upon to close it out for the Cubs with closer Craig Kimbrel being dealt at the trade deadline to the Chicago White Sox on Friday. Ryan failed to record a strikeout and allowed one walk in the frame. The veteran hasn't pitched much at the big-league level this season for the Cubs, but is likely to remain with the team after they dealt Kimbrel, Andrew Chafin and Ryan Tepera. Despite getting the save on Saturday, Ryan is no guarantee to remain the closer and the Cubs are likely to use a committee that could consist of Ryan, Rex Brothers, Codi Heuer and Dan Winkler. Managers seeking saves may want to avoid this situation and wait until there is more clarity of the Cubs situation. Ryan for the season now owns a 6.00 ERA with six strikeouts in nine innings.
Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Kyle Ryan has been absent from the team's camp due to a process-based testing delay. It sounds as though he should join up with the team at Wrigley Field sooner than later. The lefty latched onto a role with the Club last season and was successful with a 3.54 ERA in 61 innings. Ryan doesnt offer much upside in leagues without holds and can be left on the waiver wire for now.
