Cole Ragans Offers Strikeout Upside in Two-Start Week Finale

Kansas City Royals left-hander Cole Ragans is slated for two road starts against weak divisional opponents (Angels, Athletics) in the final week of the 2025 season, presenting an opportunity to conclude a 'major disappointment' of a year on a high note. Throughout 11 starts, Ragans has posted a 2-3 record with a 5.16 ERA, 1.26 WHIP, and an 80/18 K/BB ratio over 52 1/3 innings. Despite his season-long struggles and fantasy managers' frustration, he is expected to 'pile up strikeouts' and has a 'good position to earn a victory' in these matchups, making him a recommended start in all leagues.