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Graham Ashcraft returned to action after missing over three months with a UCL injury, but struggled in his first appearance back, as both he and starter Brady Singer delivered poor performances in Cincinnati's 13-9 loss to Milwaukee. The right-hander had rehabilitated his right forearm UCL sprain rather than undergo surgery, pitching five games with Triple-A Louisville before being activated from the 60-day injured list. Prior to his injury in late May, Ashcraft had been effective as a reliever with a 3.33 ERA and strong strikeout rate, and the Reds were counting on him to bolster a struggling bullpen down the stretch.
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REDS POSTCAST: Cincinnati Reds get Humiliated as Brady Singer & Graham Ashcraft CRUMBLE vs. Brewers
The Cincinnati Reds suffered a lopsided 13-9 loss to the Milwaukee Brewers, with starting pitchers Brady Singer and Graham Ashcraft both delivering poor performances that overshadowed solid offensive contributions from Elly De La Cruz, Eugenio Suarez, and Juan Brito. The episode examines the pitching collapse, questions about the rotation's reliability going forward, and whether the Reds can recover during the final stretch of the season.
Locked On RedsSam Moll's departure makes one Reds decision all too obvious
The Cincinnati Reds designated left-handed reliever Sam Moll for assignment to make room for Graham Ashcraft's return from the injured list, and Moll subsequently cleared waivers and elected free agency. Moll posted a 4.79 ERA with a problematic 11.7% walk rate across 65 appearances this season. With Moll's departure, Brock Burke becomes the Reds' only left-handed reliever, making him a priority to retain before free agency in November given his strong 2.50 ERA and 71 appearances this season.
Blog Red MachineAshcraft returns from IL; Moll designated for assignment
MLB.com RedsReds DFA Sam Moll, activate Graham Ashcraft from the IL
The Cincinnati Reds designated reliever Sam Moll for assignment to make room for right-handed pitcher Graham Ashcraft, who was activated from the 60-day injured list. Ashcraft suffered a UCL tear in late May but chose to rehabilitate rather than undergo Tommy John surgery, returning to action with Triple-A Louisville on August 25th and pitching five games before his activation. Moll struggled this season with a 4.79 ERA across 65 games for Cincinnati, though he was still arbitration eligible and under contract through 2027.
Redleg NationReds Designate Sam Moll For Assignment
The Cincinnati Reds designated left-handed reliever Sam Moll for assignment to make room on their roster. Right-handed reliever Graham Ashcraft is returning from the 60-day injured list to take Moll's spot.
MLB Trade RumorsReds To Activate Graham Ashcraft Off 60-Day IL
The Reds plan to activate right-hander Graham Ashcraft from the 60-day injured list on Sunday after missing over three months with a right forearm UCL sprain. Ashcraft has thrived as a reliever this season, posting a 3.33 ERA with a 29.4% strikeout rate through May before his injury, a significant improvement from his struggles as a starter. Spencer Steer, sidelined for the season with a wrist injury, will likely move to the 60-day IL to create roster space. The Reds' bullpen has ranked among the league's worst this season, making Ashcraft's return a meaningful addition to their middle relief corps.
MLB Trade RumorsReds News: Former White Sox outfielder signs, Graham Ashcraft rehab, Nick Krall
The Reds are promoting outfield prospect Carlos Jorge to the major leagues, with the 22-year-old hitting .263/.323/.377 across Triple-A and Double-A this season. To fill the roster gap at Louisville, Cincinnati signed former White Sox outfielder Dominic Fletcher, who batted .301/.386/.485 with eight home runs in 63 games for Pittsburgh's Triple-A affiliate. Right-hander Graham Ashcraft continues his rehab assignment and is likely to be activated during the upcoming series against the Brewers after recording shutdown innings in back-to-back appearances. Reds president of baseball operations Nick Krall has been listed among executives on the hot seat heading into September, with criticism focused on the team's trade deadline strategy of retaining impending free agents despite declining playoff odds.
Blog Red MachineCincinnati Reds vs Chicago Cubs – August 29, 2026
The Reds defeated the Cubs 10-8 on Friday after scoring five runs in the sixth inning, and the teams continue their series today at Wrigley Field with a 2:20pm ET first pitch. Cincinnati's Andrew Abbott will face Chicago's Kevin Gausman, with Abbott posting a 4.15 ERA over 145 innings while Gausman, acquired at the trade deadline from Toronto, carries a 4.37 ERA in 150 innings. Abbott has struggled recently with a 4.65 ERA over his last nine starts, though he performs better on the road with a 3.57 ERA away from home. Rehabbing Reds pitcher Graham Ashcraft threw a perfect inning with two strikeouts in his second rehab appearance with Triple-A Louisville.
Redleg NationEdwin Arroyo joins Reds but two September call-up decisions still remain
Edwin Arroyo was promoted to the Reds to fill the roster spot left by injured Ke'Bryan Hayes, after improving significantly in Triple-A with a .265/.359/.500 slash line and four home runs in 19 games following his July demotion. Pitcher Graham Ashcraft is expected to claim the second September roster spot once he completes his rehab assignment from a right UCL sprain that sidelined him since May. The Reds still need to fill one additional position player spot in September, with Leo Balcazar or Juan Brito likely candidates from their 40-man roster. September expansion gives Cincinnati two extra roster spots to use, with the team positioned to evaluate key pieces for its future rather than pursue a playoff push.
Blog Red MachineReds News: Graham Ashcraft injury update, Carson Spiers rehab, Arizona Fall League affiliate
Graham Ashcraft is expected to begin a rehab assignment this week as he recovers from a UCL sprain sustained in May. The right-hander has been throwing live batting practice and is scheduled to pitch three times with Triple-A Louisville, with a potential final rehab outing on August 30 before returning to the active roster. Meanwhile, Carson Spiers made his first appearance in nearly 17 months with the Dayton Dragons, pitching 3⅔ innings while allowing two runs and striking out four, though he is not expected to rejoin the major-league roster this season.
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