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Aaron Phillip Ashby (born May 24, 1998) is an American professional baseball pitcher for the Milwaukee Brewers of Major League Baseball (MLB). The Brewers chose Ashby in the fourth round of the 2018 MLB draft and he made his MLB debut in 2021.

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Career

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Ashby attended Park Hill High School in Kansas City, Missouri, and graduated in 2016. He enrolled at Crowder College, where he played college baseball. The Texas Rangers of Major League Baseball (MLB) selected Ashby in the 25th round, with the 764th overall selection, of the 2017 MLB draft.[1] He did not sign with the Rangers and returned to Crowder.[2]

The Milwaukee Brewers selected Ashby in the fourth round, with the 125th overall selection, of the 2018 Major League Baseball draft.[3] He made his professional debut with the rookie-level Helena Brewers, and also played for the Single-A Wisconsin Timber Rattlers, posting a cumulative 2–3 record and 3.59 ERA with 66 strikeouts over 13 games. In 2019, Ashby split the season between Wisconsin and the High-A Carolina Mudcats, logging a 5–10 record and 3.50 ERA and 135 strikeouts in 24 appearances between the two affiliates.[4]

Ashby did not play in a game in 2020 due to the cancellation of the minor league season because of the COVID-19 pandemic.[5] He was assigned to the Triple-A Nashville Sounds to begin the 2021 season. Ashby was shifted to the bullpen in June, and recorded a 4–1 record and 4.50 ERA in 12 games for the team.[6]

The Brewers promoted Ashby to the major leagues on June 30, 2021.[7] Ashby made his MLB debut that day as the starting pitcher against the Chicago Cubs. In his debut, he went 2⁄3 of an inning and allowed seven runs, four earned. At the end of his rookie campaign, Ashby made 13 appearances (four starts), and logged a 3–2 record and 4.55 ERA with 39 strikeouts across 31+2⁄3 innings pitched.[8]

On July 23, 2022, the Brewers and Ashby agreed on a five-year contract extension that will keep him under contract through the 2027 season, with club options for 2028 and 2029.[9] He made 27 appearances (19 starts) for Milwaukee in 2022, registering a 2–10 record and 4.44 ERA with 126 strikeouts over 107+1⁄3 innings pitched.

On February 16, 2023, it was announced that Ashby would miss "a couple of months" with left shoulder inflammation.[10] On April 5, manager Craig Counsell announced that Ashby would require arthroscopic surgery on his left shoulder, and would likely miss the entire 2023 season.[11]

The Brewers optioned Ashby to Triple–A Nashville to begin the 2024 season.[12] He was called back up to the Brewers in August and pitched well in a bullpen role.[13]

Going into the 2025 season's spring training, Ashby was in contention for a spot in the Brewers' starting rotation.[14] However, he suffered a strained oblique that would prevent him from throwing for approximately two weeks.[15][16]

In a breakout 2025 campaign, Ashby had among the most innings pitched out of the Brewers bullpen (66.2) with a 2.16 ERA — accumulating 1.1 Wins Above Replacement according to Fangraphs, among the top 40 relievers in the MLB that season — as he helped his team finish with the best record in baseball.[17]

Personal life

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Aaron is the nephew of former MLB pitcher Andy Ashby.[18] He is married to Avery Ashby.[19][20]

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Aaron Ashby (born May 24, 1998) is an American professional baseball pitcher for the Milwaukee Brewers of Major League Baseball (MLB). A left-handed thrower who bats right-handed, he stands 6 feet 0 inches (1.83 m) tall and weighs 188 pounds (85 kg). Drafted by the Brewers in the fourth round (125th overall) of the 2018 MLB Draft out of Crowder College in Missouri, Ashby rose quickly through the minors, earning the organization's Minor League Pitcher of the Year award in 2019 after posting a 2.70 ERA with 135 strikeouts across High-A and Double-A. Ashby made his MLB debut on June 30, 2021, against the Chicago Cubs, where he struggled in his first start by allowing seven runs (four earned) in the opening inning before the Brewers rallied for a 15-7 victory. In 2021 and 2022, he split time between starting and relief roles, compiling a 5-12 record with a 4.45 ERA in 40 appearances (23 starts) and 139 innings pitched. He missed the 2023 season due to a left shoulder injury. In 2024, further injuries limited him to 14 appearances (2 starts) with a 1-2 record and 2.86 ERA, prompting a transition to a full-time relief role the following year. In 2025, Ashby emerged as a key arm for the Brewers, appearing in a career-high 43 games (1 start) and posting a strong 5-2 record with a 2.16 , 76 strikeouts, three saves, and a 1.17 over 66.2 . His performance earned him the team's , recognizing his reliability in high-leverage situations where opponents hit just .227 against him. During the , Ashby was heavily utilized, leading all Brewers relievers with seven appearances; he served as the opener in Game 1 of the NLCS against the and contributed to Milwaukee's 3-2 NLDS win over the Cubs before the team was swept 4-0 in the NLCS. Ashby is the nephew of former MLB pitcher Andy Ashby.

Early life and education

High school career

Aaron Ashby was born on May 24, 1998, in , and grew up in a sports-oriented family that included his uncle, former pitcher Andy Ashby. This familial connection fostered his early interest in the sport. Ashby attended Park Hill High School in , where he graduated in 2016. During his high school years, he primarily developed as a left-handed , also seeing time in the outfield, and demonstrated a controlled delivery with a high three-quarters arm slot that allowed for repeatability and command. As a pitcher, Ashby's velocity progressed notably through his high school career; in sophomore-year showcases, his fastball sat at 75-80 mph, while by his senior year it reached 83-85 mph, complemented by a curveball showing sharp, late break at 67-69 mph. He contributed to team successes, including earning the win in a 22-0 victory over Ruskin High School early in the 2016 season, as Park Hill's program showed marked improvement and approached their previous year's win total by April. Ashby's performances in high-profile events like Prep Baseball Report showcases and Perfect Game tournaments provided initial exposure to professional scouts, drawing early interest from Major League Baseball teams despite his development trajectory leading to junior college.

College career

After graduating from Park Hill High School in 2016, Ashby enrolled at Crowder College in , where he played as a left-handed for the Roughriders. As a freshman in 2017, Ashby posted an undefeated 7-0 record with a 4.09 ERA, striking out 93 batters over 66 innings pitched. Following this performance, he was selected by the Texas Rangers in the 25th round (764th overall) of the 2017 MLB Draft but opted not to sign, choosing instead to return to Crowder for his sophomore season. In 2018, Ashby had a breakout year, compiling an 11-2 record with a 2.29 and 156 strikeouts in 74.2 , helping lead the team to a strong season. He graduated from Crowder College that year.

Professional career

Minor leagues

Aaron Ashby was selected by the Milwaukee Brewers in the fourth round (125th overall) of the 2018 MLB Draft out of Crowder College, signing for a $520,000 bonus that exceeded the slot value of $438,300. In his professional debut, Ashby split the 2018 season between the Rookie-level Helena Brewers and the Class A , posting a 2–3 record with a 3.59 over 57.2 and 66 strikeouts. His transition to pro ball highlighted his potential as a left-handed starter, with evaluators noting his velocity reaching up to 94 mph and a developing that added depth to his arsenal. Promoted within the system in 2019, Ashby advanced from the (Class A) to the (High Class A), where he recorded a 5–10 mark, 3.50 , 126 , and 135 strikeouts across both stops. This performance earned him the Brewers' minor league pitcher of the year award, as his progressed rapidly to big-league caliber, complementing his sinker and for better command against advanced hitters. Ashby did not pitch in 2020 due to the season's cancellation amid the . He returned in 2021 at the Triple-A , going 5–4 with a 4.41 in 63.1 and 100 strikeouts, which showcased his growth in pitch efficiency and led directly to his major league promotion. Following left shoulder surgery in 2023 that sidelined him for most of the year, Ashby made limited rehab appearances across three levels: the High Class A , Double-A , and Triple-A , where he went 0–3 with a 15.43 in 7 and 7 strikeouts. In 2024, still recovering from injury effects, he spent the full season with the (Triple-A), compiling a 4–7 record, 8.04 , 84 , and 92 strikeouts while working to regain velocity and consistency in his left-handed delivery. In 2025, Ashby continued his rehabilitation from an oblique strain with assignments to the Triple-A and the Rookie-level ACL Brewers, posting a 0–1 record and 4.91 over 7.1 innings with 5 strikeouts. Throughout his tenure, Ashby focused on refining his sinker grip under Brewers coaching, enhancing his ability to induce ground balls and limit hard contact as a lefty starter.

Major leagues

Aaron Ashby made his major league debut on June 30, 2021, starting for the Milwaukee Brewers against the Chicago Cubs at , where he allowed seven earned runs in just 0.2 during a 15-7 Brewers victory. In his rookie season, Ashby appeared in 13 games for the Brewers, making four starts, and posted a 3-2 record with a 4.55 over 31.2 , striking out 39 batters while earning one save. In , Ashby transitioned to a primary starting role, making 19 starts in 27 appearances and logging a career-high 107.1 with a 2-10 record, 4.44 , and 126 strikeouts, along with one save. On July 23, 2022, amid his sophomore campaign, Ashby signed a five-year extension with the Brewers worth $20.5 million, securing him through the 2027 season with club options for 2028 and 2029. Ashby missed the entire 2023 season after being diagnosed with left shoulder inflammation; he underwent arthroscopic on his left shoulder in 2023, sidelining him for the year. Returning in 2024, Ashby shifted to a role, appearing in 14 games with two starts, achieving a 1-2 record, 2.86 over 28.1 , and 33 strikeouts. He continued in the during the 2025 season, where he experienced a breakout year despite an oblique strain suffered in that required imaging but allowed for a full recovery by early season. Ashby made 43 appearances (one start), posting a 5-2 record, 2.16 across 66.2 , 76 strikeouts, and three saves, contributing 1.9 to the Brewers' pitching staff. Through the 2025 season, Ashby's major league career totals with the Brewers stood at an 11-16 record, 3.62 , 234 , and 274 strikeouts in 97 appearances. His evolution from a struggling starter to a reliable multi-inning reliever bolstered Milwaukee's depth, particularly in high-leverage situations during their 2025 playoff run.

Personal life

Family

Aaron Ashby was born and raised in , in a sports-oriented family that encouraged his early passion for . He is the nephew of Andy Ashby, a former pitcher who played from 1991 to 2004 for the Philadelphia Phillies, San Diego Padres, , and . Ashby married Avery Ashby, a Kansas City native; the couple bonded over shared spiritual values that underpin their relationship. In July 2025, Ashby and his wife welcomed their first child, leading him to take paternity leave from the Brewers ahead of the break.

Interests

Aaron Ashby enjoys outdoor activities such as , , and , often spending time with family and friends in these pursuits. As an avid outdoorsman, he values these hobbies for maintaining balance in his lifestyle away from . Ashby's personal values emphasize and a grounded approach to life, which he has publicly shared through inspirational messages at community events focused on Christian . He centers his off-field life around spiritual principles, reflecting a commitment to stability and personal growth. As of 2025, Ashby has not engaged in notable or business ventures beyond his career.

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  4. https://www.brewcrewball.com/2021/6/30/22558271/brewers-overcome-disastrous-debut-by-aaron-ashby-score-15-unanswered-runs-to-sweep-cubs
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