GRAHAM ASHCRAFT NEWS

Activated from injured list The Reds reinstated Ashcraft (calf) from the 15-day injured list ahead of his start Saturday against Atlanta.

Impact After being placed on the injured list June 9 due to a comebacker that hit his left calf, Ashcraft will rejoin the Reds' rotation just in time to face one of the top offenses in baseball. Ashcraft made a start against Atlanta earlier this season, allowing two earned runs on six hits and three walks while striking out seven batters through six frames. Alan Busenitz was optioned to Triple-A Louisville in a corresponding move.

JUNE 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Saturday Ashcraft (calf) will return from the injured list and start Saturday's game against Atlanta, Mark Sheldon of MLB.com reports.

Impact Ashcraft landed on the IL after taking a comebacker to his left calf June 9, and he officially return to the Reds' rotation in the minimum amount of time. The 25-year-old righty holds a 12.46 ERA and 2.17 WHIP across his last five starts, and he will face an Atlanta lineup that leads the majors in team OPS (.814) in his return.

JUNE 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

On track for this weekend Ashcraft (calf) is expected to rejoin the Reds' rotation during their series this weekend against Atlanta, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

Impact The Reds have an off day Thursday and then will slot Ashcraft in sometime this weekend in place of the injured Hunter Greene (hip). Ashcraft is first eligible for activation Friday and it appears he will skip a rehab assignment. The big right-hander is working his way back from a left calf contusion.

JUNE 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Almost fully healed Ashcraft is nearly fully healed from the left calf contusion which sent him to the injured list, MLB.com reports.

Impact Ashcraft will test out the calf with some running soon and, assuming he gets through that with no issues, will be cleared to throw off a mound. The right-hander could throw three bullpen sessions before making a return sometime around when he's first eligible June 24.

JUNE 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Reds place RHP Graham Ashcraft (calf) on injured list The Cincinnati Reds placed right-hander Graham Ashcraft on the 15-day injured list Friday with a left calf contusion.

JUNE 9, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Placed on IL with calf injury Ashcraft was placed on the 15-day injured list Friday with a left calf contusion.

Impact Ashcraft had indicated after taking a comebacker off the calf Thursday versus the Dodgers that he would be fine for his next turn in the rotation. However, given his struggles, it makes sense to give him some down time to get healthy and also work on things. With Ashcraft on the shelf, Andrew Abbott should remain in the Reds' rotation indefinitely.

JUNE 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Graham Ashcraft finally shows improvement — until bad luck strikes him right in the calf Ashcraft's miserable stretch continued Thursday, and it's possible his rotation spot is in jeopardy.

JUNE 8, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Fine after comebacker to leg Ashcraft (calf/knee) indicated Thursday that he'll be fine for his next turn in the rotation, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

Impact Ashcraft took a comebacker to the calf in the third inning of his start Thursday afternoon against the Dodgers and said his knee locked up on him in the aftermath. He was eventually pulled from the game, having allowed three earned runs in 2.2 innings as his season ERA rose to 6.78. The 25-year-old currently lines up to start next week in Kansas City, but he should be avoided in fantasy and might be at risk of a demotion.

JUNE 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Early exit after comebacker Ashcraft was removed from his start Thursday versus the Dodgers after taking a comebacker off his leg, C. Trent Rosecrans of The Athletic reports.

Impact Ashcraft was struck by a ball off the bat of Austin Barnes in the top of the third inning. He tried to gut it out through another handful of hitters but looked to be in discomfort all the way up until the point when Reds manager David Bell finally yanked him. The 25-year-old pitched well over the first two frames but ultimately got charged with three earned runs on three hits and two walks in 2.2 innings. He also plunked two batters and finished with only one strikeout.

JUNE 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Forgettable outing Saturday Ashcraft (3-4) took the loss Saturday, allowing 10 runs on nine hits and four walks over four innings in a 10-8 loss against the Brewers. He struck out two.

Impact Ashcraft allowed a season-high 10 earned runs, marking the fourth time over his past six outings that he's given up at least seven. He's also surrendered eight home runs during that span. It's certainly been a disappointing stretch for the right-hander, who posted a 2.00 ERA and 1.17 over his first six starts (36 innings), but he's not in danger of being demoted anytime soon, especially while the Reds deal with a couple injuries in their rotation. However, things don't get any easier for Ashcraft, who's scheduled to pitch next during the finale of a three-game set versus the Dodgers.

JUNE 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ashcraft aims to 'learn and adjust' while fighting through funk CINCINNATI -- The cascade of boos directed towards Graham Ashcraft in the third inning vs. the Brewers on Saturday was a new thing for him t...

JUNE 4, 2023 • MLB.COM

Back in win column versus Cubs Ashcraft (3-3) earned the win over the Cubs on Sunday, allowing three runs on five hits and three walks while striking out six over five innings.

Impact Ashcraft picked up his first win since April 15 after needing 92 pitches to grind through five innings while receiving plenty of run support from his teammates. His only troublesome inning was the second. He issued a walk and allowed a base hit before surrendering a three-run blast to Patrick Wisdom to put the Cubs ahead 3-2. It wasn't a dominant outing by any means, but it was a step in the right direction for Ashcraft. He racked up six strikeouts for the first time since April 10, allowed less than six hits for the first time since April 26 and gave up just three runs after being pummeled for 14 runs over his last 10 innings. The 25-year-old now sits at a 5.55 ERA, 1.49 WHIP and 47:24 K:BB over 58.1 innings and lines up to face the Brewers next weekend.

MAY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Reds turn to Graham Ashcraft in bid to sweep Cubs The first two months of the season have been a period of extremes for Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Graham Ashcraft, who has struggled in...

MAY 28, 2023 • DEADSPIN.COM

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MAY 24, 2023 • MLB.COM

Collapses against Cards Ashcraft (2-3) took the loss Tuesday, surrendering seven runs on 10 hits over five innings as the Reds fell 8-5 to the Cardinals. He struck out five.

Impact The second-year right-hander was taken deep twice by Paul Goldschmidt as part of the St. Louis barrage. Ashcraft has been tagged for at least seven runs in three of his last four starts, serving up five homers in 17.1 innings over that stretch and sending his ERA soaring from 2.00 to 5.57 during his disastrous May. He'll try to regain his footing in his next outing, likely to come on the road this weekend against the Cubs.

MAY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Hit hard in loss Ashcraft (2-2) took the loss Wednesday, allowing seven runs on 10 hits and a walk over five innings against the Rockies. He struck out three.

Impact Ashcraft held the Rockies scoreless through four innings before imploding in the fifth, where he allowed five runs, followed by another two in the sixth. The 25-year-old Ashcraft has allowed 19 runs (18 earned) in his last three starts (12.1 innings) after he pitched to a 2.00 ERA over his first six outings. His ERA is now up to 4.84 with a 1.43 WHIP and 36:21 K:BB this season.

MAY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

McCoy: Reds blow five-run lead in loss to Rockies Graham Ashcraft discovered Wednesday afternoon what many major league pitchers have discovered — no lead is safe, no matter how big, in Coor...

MAY 18, 2023 • DAYTONDAILYNEWS.COM

Strikes out three in no-decision Ashcraft did not factor into the decision Friday, allowing four runs (three earned) on six hits and two walks over 5.2 innings during a 7-4 win over the Marlins. He struck out thre...

Impact Ashcraft tossed three scoreless innings to start the game but allowed at least one run in each of his final three frames and was pulled in the sixth after allowing back-to-back two-out hits, including a solo home run to Peyton Burdick. It was a solid bounce-back outing for Ashcraft, who gave up eight runs in his previous start and was forced to leave the game in the second inning after being struck in the leg by a comebacker. Despite the terrible performance versus the White Sox, Ashcraft still boasts modest numbers (3.95 ERA, 1.34 WHIP and 33:20 K:BB) across his first eight starts (43.1 innings).

MAY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ready to make start Friday Ashcraft (leg) is scheduled to start Friday's game against the Marlins in Miami, C. Trent Rosecrans of The Athletic reports.

Impact Ashcraft's most recent start Sunday against the White Sox came to an end in the second inning when he was struck in the leg by a comebacker, but he didn't suffer any sort of injury that will cause him to miss a turn through the rotation. The second-year righty had maintained a tidy 2.00 ERA and 1.17 WHIP through his first six starts of the season before he recorded just five outs against the White Sox while allowing eight earned runs on six hits and two walks.

MAY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

'Something just wasn't clicking': Reds fall to White Sox behind Ashcraft CINCINNATI -- Taking a 108.8 mph comebacker by Luis Robert Jr. off his right leg smarted a little for Reds starting pitcher Graham Ashcraft....

MAY 8, 2023 • MLB.COM

Graham Ashcraft rocked, Cincinnati Reds routed in loss to Chicago White Sox Graham Ashcraft had allowed eight runs in his first six starts. Then he gave up eight runs in 1 2/3 innings in Sunday's loss.

MAY 7, 2023 • CINCINNATI.COM

Exits after being hit by comebacker Ashcraft was removed during the second inning of Sunday's game against the White Sox after being struck in the leg by a comebacker, C. Trent Rosecrans of The Athletic reports.

Impact The right-hander was headed for an early exit regardless of the injury, as he ended up being charged with eight runs while he recorded just five outs. It was Ashcraft's worst start of the year by a wide margin, as he had given up just eight runs combined in his first six outings. The 25-year-old's status will likely be updated following Sunday's contest, but for now he should be considered day-to-day.

MAY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sharp in no-decision Ashcraft allowed a run on six hits and a walk while striking out three over six innings in a no-decision versus the Padres on Tuesday.

Impact In his first start after a stint on the bereavement list, Ashcraft turned in a positive outing. It was his fifth quality start through six appearances this season. The 25-year-old was also able to limit an opponent to one walk for just the second time this year. He's pitched to a 2.00 ERA, 1.17 WHIP and 27:16 K:BB through 36 innings. Ashcraft still needs to display stronger control, but he's been effective so far. His next start is projected to be at home versus the Mets next week.

MAY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Reds put Fernando Cruz on IL, activate Graham Ashcraft The Cincinnati Reds placed Fernando Cruz on the 15-day injured list with a right shoulder strain Sunday and activated fellow right-hander Gr...

APRIL 30, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Reinstated from paternity list Ashcraft was reinstated from the paternity list by the Reds on Sunday, Sonja Chen of MLB.com reports.

Impact Ashcraft missed three days while away from the club. His spot on the 26-man roster became open after the Reds placed Fernando Cruz on the 15-day injured list with a right shoulder strain. Ashcraft is scheduled to start Tuesday against the Padres in San Diego.

APRIL 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE