# Braxton Ashcraft Is Pitching Like A Legit Pirates Starter

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Podcast: [North Shore Nine: A Pittsburgh Pirates Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/north-shore-nine-a-pittsburgh-pirates-podcast-996056)
Published: 2026-05-27T08:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://bleav.com/shows/north-shore-nine/?post_type=gp_podcast_episode&p=1558
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## Resource

Alex breaks down Braxton Ashcraft’s continued rise one year after his MLB debut, highlighting how his slider-heavy approach, strike-throwing, and ability to avoid high-stress innings have made him look like a legitimate Pirates starter. The big question now: how far can the Pirates push him as his workload climbs?

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