Braxton Ashcraft

Braxton Ashcraft (0-1) went six innings and allowed two runs on four hits, but was outdueled by Cincinnati's Chase Burns as the Pirates dropped a 2-0 decision to the Reds on Monday. Ashcraft walked four and struck out three.

Fantasy Impact

Ashcraft earned a spot in the Pirates' rotation after a sensational spring that saw him pitch to a 2.03 ERA with a 16:1 K:BB ratio in 13.1 innings. Ashcraft didn't quite have the command on Monday as he did in the spring, but he did a good job of limiting damage and allowed only two fourth-inning runs. Ashcraft appeared in 26 games last season for the Pirates and made eight starts, pitching to a 2.71 ERA in 69.2 innings. He's tentatively scheduled for his next start against the Orioles on Sunday.

Braxton Ashcraft allowed two runs over 4 1/3 innings Thursday in a loss to the Reds.

Fantasy Impact

Ashcraft added five strikeouts in the outing. He was able to limit the damage across eight hits. It is unclear what role he will play for the Pirates next season.

Braxton Ashcraft allowed one earned run on four hits and one walk while striking out five over 5.2 innings in Thursday's loss to the Cardinals.

Fantasy Impact

After today’s performance, Ashcraft holds a 2.58 ERA and 1.15 WHIP with a 4-2 record across five starts this season. This marks three straight outings for him of going at least five innings after moving to the rotation. He has done a great job of limiting damage, but he hasn't been given too long a leash yet-- only throwing 73 pitches in this one. While he's been impressive so far, he gets the Dodgers next, and managers will probably want to sit him for that matchup in the fantasy playoffs.

Braxton Ashcraft allowed no earned runs on just one hit and one walk while striking out six over five innings in Friday's victory against the Rockies.

Fantasy Impact

The right-hander continues an impressive stretch on the mound, allowing one run or less in each of his last three starts for the Pirates. After yesterday’s win, Ashcraft now boasts a 2.70 ERA and 1.18 WHIP, with a 4-2 record across four starts this season.

Braxton Ashcraft allowed one earned run on three hits and no walks while striking out four over five innings in Friday's victory against the Cubs.

Fantasy Impact

After today’s win, Ashcraft now has a 3.02 ERA and 1.27 WHIP to go with a 3-2 record across four starts this season. He now has 37 strikeouts in 41 2/3 innings of work on the year.