Braxton Ashcraft, the Pittsburgh Pirates’ standout pitcher in 2026, has earned an All-Star selection as a replacement for Paul Skenes. In his first full major league season, Ashcraft has a 3.24 ERA, 1.10 WHIP, and 122 strikeouts over 108.1 innings across 18 starts, ranking among the top pitchers in the National League. With a record of 9-3, he has been crucial to the Pirates, who are 12-6 in games he starts. The 2026 MLB All-Star Game is set for July 14 in Philadelphia.
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