Who is Ryan Ward? Dodgers' new first baseman has historic minor league stats
He's earned this opportunity for sure.
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Ryan Ward has earned this chance. He's making his MLB debut on Sunday for the Los Angeles Dodgers , starting at first base in the absence of Freddie Freeman (paternity list). It's been a long time coming for Ward, but he's put in the time in the minor leagues.
He's got incredible numbers down on the farm. Dave Roberts said the original plan was to have Dalton Rushing at first base today. He changed his mind to reward Ryan Ward with a debut.
When Roberts went to tell Rushing (one of Ward’s best friends in the org), Rushing said Ward earned it and was going to suggest the same. — Fabian Ardaya (@FabianArdaya) April 19, 2026 Here's what you need to know about Ward as he finally gets a chance to play in the major leagues. MORE: Salvador Perez, Royals find themselves in an odd feud Who is Ryan Ward?