Quick Info
| Profession | Professional baseball pitcher |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 24/05/1998 |
| Age | 28 years |
| Birthplace | Kansas City, Missouri, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Gemini |
Latest News about Aaron Ashby
In Game 2 of the 2026 NLCS against the Los Angeles Dodgers, Brewers manager Pat Murphy used Ashby for a five-out save. The move was seen as a sign of Ashby's versatility and changed how Milwaukee planned to use its pitching staff going forward. Ashby had earlier been expected to work as a seventh-inning option before Milwaukee's late-inning relievers took the final frames.
Aaron Ashby became the first pitcher in Major League Baseball to reach 10 wins in the 2026 season, earning the win in a Brewers victory over the Cleveland Guardians. He was leading the majors in wins at the time and was being described as a key bullpen piece for Milwaukee. The milestone made him the first to double digits in wins that year.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Aaron Phillip Ashby |
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| Summary | Left-handed pitcher who plays in Major League Baseball for the Milwaukee Brewers, where he has pitched since 2021 and has worked both as a starter and a reliever. In 2026 he has been used heavily as a reliever, opener and closer-type option, and he appeared in the Brewers' 2026 NLCS run against the Los Angeles Dodgers. |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 6 ft 0 in |
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| Weight | 194 lb |
| Bats | Right |
| Throws | Left |
Educational Qualification(s)
| High School | Park Hill High School, Kansas City, Missouri |
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| College | Crowder College, Neosho, Missouri |
Relationships & More
| Agent | Turner Gary Sports |
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Family
| Relatives | Nephew of former MLB pitcher Andy Ashby |
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Career
| Amateur Draft | Selected by the Texas Rangers in the 25th round of the 2017 MLB Draft but did not sign; selected by the Milwaukee Brewers in the 4th round (125th overall) of the 2018 MLB Draft | ||||||
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| Professional Debut | Rookie-level Helena Brewers, followed by Wisconsin Timber Rattlers and Carolina Mudcats in the minors | ||||||
| MLB Debut | 30/06/2021 with the Milwaukee Brewers | ||||||
| MLB Teams | Milwaukee Brewers (2021–2022, 2024–present) | ||||||
| Jersey Number | 26 | ||||||
| Injuries | Missed the 2023 season while recovering from shoulder surgery; opened 2025 on the injured list with an oblique strain | ||||||
| Contract | Five-year contract with the Milwaukee Brewers reported at $20,500,000 | ||||||
| MLB Career Statistics (through 2026 season) |
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| Contract Options | Team option of $9 million for 2028 and $13 million for 2029 | ||||||
| 2026 Season Milestone | Became the first MLB pitcher to reach 10 wins in 2026, on 16/06/2026 | ||||||
| Postseason 2026 | Pitched in five of the Brewers' first six playoff games, including a five-out save in NLCS Game 2 |
Style Quotient
| Pitch Profile | Relies heavily on a sinker and curveball; has used a slider less in recent seasons |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Was drafted by the Texas Rangers in 2017 but did not sign and was later selected by the Milwaukee Brewers in 2018 | |
| 2. Spent most of the 2024 season with the Triple-A Nashville affiliate | |
| 3. Has been used in multi-inning relief roles in recent seasons | |
| 4. Led the Major Leagues in wins at the midpoint of the 2026 season |
