Ragans has struggled with locating his pitches during his recent rough stretch

The Kansas City Royals just took two of three games against the St Louis Cardinals thanks to some strong offensive showings, which we haven’t been able to say very much this year. It was good to see the hitters pick up the pitchers for a change; it’s a long season, and good teams will be able to win both on the strength of their pitching and hitting.

Royals starter Cole Ragans needed the help last night as he had a rough return to the mound in the second game of Thursday’s double header. In his first start back from IL, Ragans only threw three innings, giving up five runs on five hits, including a two-run homer. The southpaw did strike out four batters, but walked three as well.

It’s been a disappointing run

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