Braxton Ashcraft's first MLB season ends with injury for Pirates
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 19, 2026, 8:25 PM
Last updated Sep 19, 2026
Braxton Ashcraft's first extended season with the Pirates concludes as he has been placed on the 15-day injured list due to right arm discomfort. While he will not return this season, Ashcraft expressed no long-term concerns regarding his injury. He finished the year with 28 starts, posting a 14-6 record and a 3.65 ERA over 165.1 innings. As he looks ahead to the 2027 season, Ashcraft aims to build on his performance from this year, highlighted by an All-Star selection. He recently began light throwing at PNC Park as part of his recovery process.
- •Ashcraft placed on 15-day injured list on Sep. 10.
- •He finishes season with a 14-6 record and 3.65 ERA.
- •Ashcraft was named a National League All-Star this year.
- •He experienced general arm fatigue leading to his injury.
- •Recovery includes light throwing as he prepares for 2027.
- 8:25 PMYahoo Sports — Ashcraft’s Stellar First Full Season for Pirates Ends on IL; No Long-Term Concern
"PITTSBURGH – Braxton Ashcraft’s stellar first extended season for the Pirates is over. The right-hander was placed on the 15-day […]
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