Cole Ragans, the Kansas City Royals left-handed pitcher, has been scratched from his upcoming start against the Tampa Bay Rays due to groin tightness, a precautionary measure as stated by manager Matt Quatraro. Previously, Ragans, a former All-Star, left a game early after pitching only three innings. Despite a rocky start to the 2025 season, where he holds a 4.40 ERA, his strikeout numbers remain impressive, ranking second in the AL.

Filling Ragans’ spot in the rotation is Noah Cameron, the Royals' No. 5 prospect and a promising left-hander with a 3.22 ERA in his Minor League starts. Baseball America recently recognized Cameron as one of the hottest pitching prospects, suggesting that he could make an immediate impact in the big leagues, especially given Ragans' ongoing health issues.