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Royals' Cole Ragans Nears Return After 7-K, Scoreless Rehab Start

A Sunday bullpen could clear him for a rotation spot next week.

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Apr 8, 2025; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Royals pitcher Cole Ragans (55) pitching during the first inning against the Minnesota Twins at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images
Apr 13, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Kansas City Royals starting pitcher Cole Ragans (55) throws a pitch during the first inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Dermer-Imagn Images

Overview

  • In his second Triple-A rehab outing Friday, Ragans threw 56 pitches over 3 2/3 scoreless innings with one hit, two walks and seven strikeouts against Charlotte.
  • His four-seam fastball averaged 94.1 mph and topped at 95.7, while hitters whiffed 13 times on 21 swings during the 3 2/3 innings.
  • Manager Matt Quatraro said Saturday that Ragans feels fantastic and is scheduled for a bullpen Sunday, with a big-league start anticipated if he checks out.
  • The Royals hope two rehab starts are sufficient and could align his return with Wednesday on regular rest, though the club has not set a date.
  • Kansas City is 74-73 with 15 games remaining in a tight wild-card chase, sharpening the decision on when to activate the left-hander.