Royals’ Playoff Push: What We Learned from the Twins Series

After losing two out of three to Minnesota, the Royals are still battling to keep their playoff hopes alive.

The Royals just wrapped up their series against the Twins, dropping two out of three games, but several key takeaways emerged. With a 66-55 record, the Royals remain in third place in the AL Central and hold a two-game lead over the Red Sox for the final Wild Card spot. The series against Minnesota showcased both the team’s potential and the areas in need of improvement as they push for the postseason. With the playoff race heating up, each game becomes increasingly crucial.

Cole Ragans is quickly becoming the cornerstone of the Royals' rotation. In the series finale, he delivered a masterful performance, going seven innings while allowing just five hits and one earned run. He struck out eight without issuing a walk, bringing his season record to 10-7 with a 3.18 ERA. Ragans' ability to miss bats is evident in his 32.4% strikeout rate, placing him in the top 93rd percentile in the league.

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