Pirates' Braxton Ashcraft shines as starting pitcher in May
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 11:31 AM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
Braxton Ashcraft of the Pittsburgh Pirates had a standout month in May, posting a 4-0 record with a 1.69 ERA over six starts. In this stretch, he struck out 42 batters while allowing just 33 hits and five walks. His latest outing on Sunday against the Minnesota Twins featured 11 strikeouts without any walks in six innings, showcasing his efficient pitching style. Ashcraft's performance has left teammates impressed, with Ryan O’Hearn noting his dominant approach on the mound. So far this season, Ashcraft has a 5-2 record and a 2.77 ERA across 12 starts.
- •Ashcraft holds a 5-2 record and 2.77 ERA this season.
- •He achieved a 1.69 ERA and 42 strikeouts in May.
- •Latest start featured 11 strikeouts in 80 pitches against the Twins.
- •He aims for a Maddux, a complete-game shutout in under 100 pitches.
- 11:31 AMYahoo Sports — Pirates' Braxton Ashcraft Emerging as Elite Starting Pitcher
"Armed with a suffocating strike zone and rapid-fire tempo, Braxton Ashcraft's dominant May surge and historic efficiency marks have transformed him into a cornerstone of the Pittsburgh Pirates' rotation.
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