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Graham Ashcraft
Born: 02/11/1998 (Age: 23) |
| Bats: Left |
Throws: Right |
| Height: 6' 2" |
Weight: 240 |
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| Physically mature, extra-large frame, thick build. Keeps a quick tempo when pitching, 3/4 arm slot, high leg kick with some mild effort in the delivery. |
| Nathan Graham |
| 06/27/2021 |
| Dayton Dragons (High A, Reds) |
| 5/19/21 |
| 50 |
| 2022 |
| No |
| Fastball |
60 |
94-95 |
96 |
Heavy with late life, has some sink to it, works low in the zone. More control over command at this point. Velocity dipped late. |
| Slider |
60 |
85-89 |
89 |
Inconsistent, will overthrow at times, but shows potential to be an above-average secondary. Good velocity separation. Best used as a chase pitch sweeping out of the zone away from right-handed hitters. |
| Changeup |
40 |
83-85 |
85 |
Good velocity separation from the fastball but lacks movement. Throws for a change of pace offering but does not generate much swing-and-miss. |
| Curveball |
50 |
83-84 |
84 |
Only mixed in a handful of times during this outing but showed promise of being a solid offering; 12-6 shape with some bite. |
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Ashcraft is finding minor league success as a starter after splitting time starting and relieving in college. Future role will depend on the continued development of a third off-speed pitch and the refinement of the command. Potential back of the rotation starter if both take a step forward, but most likely a bullpen arm that relies heavily on the fastball/slider combo.
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