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Cole Ragans to Begin Two-Inning Rehab Start Sunday for Triple-A Omaha

The Royals expect only a short-stint return given the tight calendar for building up his workload.

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Jun 5, 2025; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Royals starting pitcher Cole Ragans (55) pitches against the St. Louis Cardinals during the first inning at Busch Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

Overview

  • The 27-year-old left-hander is slated for roughly 30–45 pitches against the Iowa Cubs in Des Moines after a two-up live BP earlier this week.
  • He has been out since June with a left rotator cuff strain following an earlier 15-day IL stint for a groin issue.
  • Manager Matt Quatraro said there is not enough time to build Ragans to five or six innings, signaling piggyback or bullpen-supported outings.
  • Omaha’s season ends on September 21, limiting him to two or three rehab appearances on a traditional five-day schedule.
  • The Royals plan to place him back in the rotation in a limited role, a potential boost with Seth Lugo on the 15-day IL and Kris Bubic out for the season.