Pirates All-Star Braxton Ashcraft will not pitch again this season because of arm fatigue

Pirates All-Star Braxton Ashcraft will not pitch again this season because of arm fatigue

PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh Pirates All-Star right-hander Braxton Ashcraft will not pitch again this season because of right arm discomfort.

Braxton Ashcraft won't return to the Pirates this season, but he avoided serious injury

Braxton Ashcraft wants to throw 180 innings. He wants to start twice in the final week. He also recognizes that’s no longer the right decision. Ashcraft...

Pirates' Braxton Ashcraft Gets Good News About Injury

The Pittsburgh Pirates' All-Star revealed some positive news about his pitching arm.

Ashcraft looking to next season after breakout '26 campaign cut short

PITTSBURGH -- Braxton Ashcraft fell short of his goal of 200 innings and 30 starts due to right arm fatigue that landed him on the 15-day injured list on Sept. 10. The Pirates All-Star right-hander still has plenty to be proud of in 2026. And after avoiding a serious injury,

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 […]