Royals Place Cole Ragans on Injured List With Elbow Impingement

The Kansas City Royals placed left-hander Cole Ragans on the 15-day injured list Friday, retroactive to May 7, after diagnosing him with left elbow impingement. While the team initially took a wait-and-see approach, the move confirms a period of absence for the starter. This roster move comes alongside news that closer Carlos Estévez will also be shut down for three weeks. Ragans' injury is a significant blow to the Royals' rotation as they navigate the early part of the season.