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www.nbcsports.comHere’s the latest on Cole Ragans based on recent reporting:
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Ragans left a recent start after being hit in the left hand by a comebacker, with X-rays likely to rule out fractures; expect updates on his status and potential bullpen/next-start timing [source: MLB news reports about the incident and follow-up status]. This could affect his early-rotation days if imaging or further evaluation is needed [source: MLB coverage].
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In late April, there were indications he avoided a major injury from the comebacker incident, but team updates should confirm he’s available for his next turn or if reduced workload is planned [source: NBC Sports/ESPN-type coverage summarized].
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In 2025 Ragans dealt with injuries but showed elite strikeout ability when healthy; optimism remains that he can return to form in 2026 if health holds [source: offseason and season recaps discussed in multiple outlets].
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