Ashcraft stingy, but run support proves scarce

SAN DIEGO -- A perusal of the Reds’ lineup doesn't show many heavy hitters. From the fifth through ninth spots, every batter owns a batting average below .200. A scan of the bench lacks immediate solutions. Tyler Stephenson and Christian Encarnacion-Strand missed the past four games since each was hit by a pitch. Jake Fraley, who is still regaining his strength from being sick, missed the past two. HR robberies becoming a habit for Fairchild Put it all together, and there wasn't much support for Graham Ashcraft on Wednesday afternoon. Ashcraft worked six strong innings but took a no-decision in...