Braxton Ashcraft will be promoted to join the Pirates in Phoenix, per source.
Ashcraft, a 25-year-old right-hander, would be making his major-league debut if added to the active roster. In 10 starts with Class AAA Indiananpolis this season, he has a 5.03 ERA and a 1.50 WHIP over 48 1/3 innings, striking out 56 and walking 19. He struck out a season-high nine May 21, in Toledo, Ohio, but gave up two home runs.
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Greg Macafee
12:10 am - 05.26.2025PHOENIXSource: Ashcraft joining team
Braxton Ashcraft will be promoted to join the Pirates in Phoenix, per source.
Ashcraft, a 25-year-old right-hander, would be making his major-league debut if added to the active roster. In 10 starts with Class AAA Indiananpolis this season, he has a 5.03 ERA and a 1.50 WHIP over 48 1/3 innings, striking out 56 and walking 19. He struck out a season-high nine May 21, in Toledo, Ohio, but gave up two home runs.
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