Cole Ragans Expected to Undergo Surgery for Left Elbow Impingement

Kansas City Royals manager Matt Quatraro confirmed Tuesday that left-hander Cole Ragans is expected to undergo surgery to address a left elbow impingement. Ragans has been sidelined since early May, and the team is currently arranging for him to see another specialist to determine the exact nature of the procedure. His status for the remainder of the 2026 season remains in significant doubt as the club awaits further medical consultation.