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Hyun Jin Ryu's large contract was still worth it for the Blue Jays
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Hyun Jin Ryu's injury, why his contract was worthwhile, and the Blue Jays' need for another starting pitcher - BlueJaysNation
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2019 MLB playoff preview -- storylines, inside info and odds for every possible series - ESPN
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Hyun Jin Ryu 2023 pitching Stats Per Game - MLB - ESPN
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Hyun-jin Ryu Reacts to Making First Start in Toronto After 2 Years With Blue Jays & Playoff Push
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I reserve the right to throw out my cards
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Toronto Blue Jays' Hyun Jin Ryu set for MRI after leaving start with forearm tightness - ESPN
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C.A.: 1989 Upper Deck Gary Pettis
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Blue Jays Introduce Hyun-jin Ryu
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Hyun Jin Ryu - Toronto Blue Jays Starting Pitcher - ESPN
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Harper Being Harper, and More Snap Judgments From Opening Day(s)
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Blue Jays starter Ryu Hyun-jin gets no-decision in scoreless outing - The Korea Times
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Jays' Hyun Jin Ryu returning Tuesday for 1st start since June 2022 - ESPN
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Blue Jays' Ryu Hyun-jin showing better velocity, command since return from injury