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Royals Extend Hot Streak as Ragans Shines in Return

Kansas City improves to 20–16 with a 3–0 victory over the White Sox, fueled by Cole Ragans' dominant 11-strikeout performance.

May 5, 2025; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Royals pitcher Cole Ragans (55) throws in the first inning against the Chicago White Sox at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Peter Aiken-Imagn Images
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Kansas City Royals first baseman Vinnie Pasquantino (9) drives in three runs with a single in the eighth inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Kauffman Stadium.
May 4, 2025; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Kansas City Royals first baseman Vinnie Pasquantino (9) hits a home run against the Baltimore Orioles during the seventh inning at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images

Overview

  • The Royals have won 12 of their last 14 games, climbing to 20–16 and solidifying their place in the AL Central race, three games behind Detroit.
  • Cole Ragans returned from a groin strain and delivered five scoreless innings with 11 strikeouts, showcasing his fastball and improving to 2–1 on the season.
  • Kansas City's bullpen continued its stellar performance, posting an MLB-best 1.15 ERA since April 24, with Carlos Estévez earning his 10th save.
  • Maikel Garcia remained the Royals' most consistent hitter, contributing an RBI single, reaching base three times, and stealing two bases in the win.
  • The Royals are exploring trade options to bolster their struggling offense, which ranks near the bottom of MLB despite recent power surges, including a franchise-record seven home runs on May 4.