# Dodgers Drop Minor-League MVP Ryan Ward

> Dodgers cut minor-league MVP Ryan Ward after his MLB struggles
- Title: Dodgers Drop Minor-League MVP Ryan Ward · Newsweek | Shortify
- Summary: Dodgers cut minor-league MVP Ryan Ward after his MLB struggles Ward's MLB debut was brief but productive before being optioned back to Triple-A
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- Source: Newsweek — https://newsweek.com/sports/mlb/dodgers-cut-ties-with-minor-league-mvp-outfielder-in-shocking-move-12452800
- Author: Aaron Coloma
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: lakers, dodgers, ryan ward, mlb, pacific coast league
## Ward's MLB debut
Ryan Ward hit two homers in his first MLB game against the Phillies
## 2025 Pacific Coast League MVP
Ward hit 36 homers and 122 RBIs in 143 games with Oklahoma City Comets
## DFA decision
Dodgers designated Ward for assignment ahead of Wednesday's game against Cincinnati Reds
## Roster depth
Dodgers called up prospect Josue De Paula over Ward for Miami Marlins series
## Optioned back
Ward returned to Triple-A on June 29 after struggling in his second MLB stint
## Key takeaway

Ward's MLB debut was brief but productive before being optioned back to Triple-A