Graham Ashcraft

The Reds have placed Graham Ashcraft on the 15-day IL due to a right elbow strain.

Fantasy Impact

Ashcraft was originally optioned to Triple-A Louisville, but this will void that option. He is expected to be shut down for at least two weeks.

The Reds optioned Graham Ashcraft to Triple-A Louisville.

Fantasy Impact

After struggling early in the season, Ashcraft allowed just one run in his last start on Sunday over 4 2/3 innings. He'll likely be called back up after the All-Star break.

Graham Ashcraft allowed one run on six hits over 4 2/3 innings on Sunday against the Tigers.

Fantasy Impact

Ashcraft added two strikeouts and three walks. He saw his pitch count get high early which led to him not finishing the fifth inning despite only allowing one run. His ERA still sits at a high 5.24 on the season.

Graham Ashcraft endured another rough outing, allowing six earned runs on nine hits and one walk while striking out three over 5.1 innings in Wednesday's 6-1 loss to the Pirates.

Fantasy Impact

This performance continues a concerning trend for Ashcraft, whose season ERA ballooned to 5.45 and WHIP to 1.49 after this game. His strikeout rate remains low at 6.9 K/9, which limits his upside in fantasy formats that heavily reward strikeouts. With a FIP of 5.07 indicating that his struggles are not solely due to bad luck, fantasy managers should be cautious. Ashcraft's role in fantasy rosters should be limited to deeper leagues or as a streaming option in favorable matchups, given his current form.

The Reds have officially recalled Graham Ashcraft from Triple-A Louisville.

Fantasy Impact

Ashcraft will draw the start for the Reds Wednesday against the Pirates. He has a 5.05 ERA and a 1.46 WHIP in 12 games with the Reds this season.