# Pirates Surge with Ashcraft’s Solid Start

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Podcast: [Pittsburgh Pirates News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/pittsburgh-pirates-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7463309)
Published: 2026-06-18T15:14:48+00:00
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The Pirates exploded for 12 runs in a dominant win over the A’s, thanks to a blistering first inning and a solid outing from Braxton Ashcraft, who earned his sixth win while keeping the game under control. Ashcraft praised the early offense for giving him confidence, though he’s focused on improving efficiency and cutting down on pitches and walks. With the win, Pittsburgh climbs back above .500, and Ashcraft heads into his next start with eyes on refining his mechanics and staying strong on the mound. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/c4180a91d6b3538d

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