Scouting Report: Cole McDonald
Chicago Cubs | RP
Overall
Summary
Cole Ragans, All-Star LHP for the Kansas City Royals, was placed on the 15-day injured list retroactive to May 7 due to left elbow impingement (Valgus Extension Overload/VEO). Ragans experienced soreness and tightness in his triceps and elbow during a Wednesday start against Cleveland, pitching only 3 innings before exiting. He received a lubricant injection and will be shut down for 3-4 days before resuming baseball activities. Manager Matt Quatraro expects a minimal IL stay with no structural damage confirmed. Ragans has undergone Tommy John surgery twice previously but indicated this injury felt different. He posted a 3.14 ERA in 2024 but has struggled with a 4.84 ERA this season, with injuries limiting him to 13 starts in 2025.
Strengths
- No structural damage confirmed
- Optimistic player outlook on recovery
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