 Ryu was named the Dodgers opening day starter for the 2019 season after injuries to Clayton Kershaw and Rich Hill.. On May 7, 2019, Ryu pitched his second career complete game shutout against the Atlanta Braves.He struck out six, walked none, and gave up four hits in the 9–0 victory.In his next start against the Washington Nationals on May 12, 2019, he had a no-hit bid before giving a double to Gerardo Parra in the eighth inning with one out.