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James Paxton was at Dodger Stadium on Monday night as the Los Angeles Dodgers began their final homestand of the regular season with a highly-anticipated matchup.

Seattle Mariners News / Seattle Mariners on SI / May 11

Fan Favorite Returns to Throw Out Ceremonial First Pitch For Seattle Mariners on Saturday

Considering the Seattle Mariners lost again on Saturday night to the Toronto Blue Jays at T-Mobile Park, the best part of the night might have happened before the game when former M's pitcher (and fan favorite) James Paxton returned back to throw out the ceremonial first pitch.

MLB News / Lookout Landing / May 5

James Paxton to return to his roots in the Maple Grove at Mariners game this Saturday, May 10

Big Maple will throw out the ceremonial first pitch against the Blue Jays, the team that could have had him Of all the improbable things about James Paxton’s career in Seattle, maybe the most salient one is this: it almost didn’t happen.

Seattle Mariners News / Yardbarker Quizzes

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A Major League switch hitter has hit at least 35 home runs on 35 occasions in MLB history. How many of the switch hitters to reach that milestone can you name in five minutes?

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Seattle Mariners News / Seattle Mariners on SI / March 25

Former Seattle Mariners Ace Pitcher James Paxton Speaks About His Retirement

SEATTLE, Wa. -- Longtime Seattle Mariners veteran James Paxton retired this offseason after 12 years in the major leagues. He made his debut in 2013 with the Mariners after being selected by the team in the fourth round of the 2010 MLB Draft.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

25 things we learned from the 2025 MLB season

The 2025 MLB regular season is winding down, filled with record-breaking performances -- both good and bad. Here are 25 things we learned along the way.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / October 26

Red Sox Fan-Favorite Urges Boston To Make This Big Move This Winter

The Boston Red Sox clearly aren’t far away from contending in the American League. There’s a lot of excitement around this Red Sox team right now. Boston hasn’t made the postseason in a few years, but it is right on the doorstep of doing so and it seems like the 2025 season could be the year.

Seattle Mariners News / Seattle Mariners on SI / October 24

Seattle Mariners Minor League Affiliate Congratulates Team Legend on Retirement

The Everett AquaSox, the Single-A affiliate of the Seattle Mariners, took some time on Wednesday to congratulate former M's pitcher James Paxton on his retirement.

Seattle Mariners News / Seattle Mariners on SI / October 11

Former Seattle Mariners Ace Pitcher Seemingly Announces Retirement

On Friday, the Seattle Mariners put up a nice post on "X" wishing former ace pitcher James Paxton the best of luck in his retirement. You can see the post below: From the no-hitter to the Maple Grove...

MLB News / Bluejaysnation / October 10

Blue Jays – Future considerations to consider for starting pitcher Chris Bassitt

The Blue Jays offseason is officially underway. While golf may be the activity of choice right now, president and CEO Mark Shapiro and his team are attempting to do damage control by addressing the media and personnel concerns.

Boston Red Sox News / Just Baseball / September 20

James ‘Big Maple’ Paxton Set to Retire After 2024 Campaign

The province of British Columbia has produced many talented baseball players – Jeff Francis (Vancouver, B.C.), Justin Morneau (New Westminster, B.C.), and Hall of Famer Larry Walker (Maple Ridge, B.C.) – amongst many others who have called the rocky mountains or the ocean playground.

Boston Red Sox News / Larry Brown Sports / September 12, 2024

Veteran pitcher opens up about 'tough' decision to retire

This is currently his 11th MLB season with his fourth different team.

October implications in Yankees-Red Sox series can reignite rivalry

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Boston Red Sox News / Field Level Media / September 12, 2024

Red Sox LHP James Paxton to retire at end of season

Boston Red Sox left-hander James Paxton announced he will retire at the conclusion of this season. Paxton, 35, made three starts for the Red Sox following a trade with the Los Angeles Dodgers on July 26.

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / September 12, 2024

Notes: Ohtani steals, LA pitching outlook, Paxton retires

A breakdown of Ohtani’s career high in stolen bases, a summary of the Dodgers starting pitching hopes for October, plus news on an old friend in Boston.

Seattle Mariners News / Seattle Mariners on SI / September 11, 2024

Former Seattle Mariners Starting Pitcher Announces Retirement

The Seattle Mariners have had a lot of solid veterans pass through T-Mobile Park over the years. Names like Robbie Ray, Paul Sewald and Marco Gonzales have all worn the trademark Mariners green (or blue) at some point.

Boston Red Sox News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 11, 2024

Veteran starting pitcher confirms plans to retire

The 11-year big league veteran plans to retire after this season.

Red Sox release veteran pitcher Rich Hill after brief stint

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Boston Red Sox News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 13, 2024

Red Sox starter diagnosed with partially torn calf

Red Sox left-hander James Paxton tells reporters that he’s been diagnosed with a partial tear of his right calf muscle.

The most unexpected MLB pitchers who threw a no-hitter or perfect game

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MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 11, 2024

Red Sox pitcher leaves start vs. Astros due to calf strain

James Paxton suffered a right calf strain in the first inning of his start on Sunday against the Astros, forcing the veteran left-hander from the mound.

Boston Red Sox News / Fastball on SI / July 31, 2024

James Paxton Adds Another Milestone to Long List of Accolades

James Paxton is one of the most experienced starters in the league and is in the middle of his 12th season. Paxton was traded to the Boston Red Sox from the Los Angeles Dodgers on July 26.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 30, 2024

MLB home run props for Tue. 7/30: So long, see ya!

We were unable to cash a home run bet on Monday night, but we're loving our chances on Tuesday with hitter-friendly weather all over the country. Let's check out our three favorite HR bets for the loaded slate. Mariners at Red Sox, 7:10 p.m.

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MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 26, 2024

Dodgers trade veteran LHP to Red Sox

He was something of a surprise DFA by the Dodgers. He’s made all 18 starts asked of him this season and posted a respectable, if unspectacular 4.43 earned run average.

Top Dodgers prospect Kyle Hurt to undergo Tommy John surgery

Dodgers Reliever to Have Season-Ending Surgery

Dodgers sign two-time Gold Glove winner

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / July 25, 2024

Dodgers GM Reveals Why James Paxton Was Designated for Assignment

In a shocking transaction Monday, the Los Angeles Dodgers designated veteran starting pitcher James Paxton for assignment. The move to designate Paxton came as a surprise, given that he was 8-2 with a 4.43 ERA.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / July 24, 2024

Dodgers Rumors: James Paxton Drawing Interest on Trade Market Following DFA

A day after the Los Angeles Dodgers removed James Paxton off the 40-man roster, he's already drawing interest in the trade market from an American League

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Yardbarker / July 22, 2024

Dodgers shake up roster with pitching reinforcements on the way

A day after pitching five innings against the Red Sox and earning the win, James Paxton was designated for assignment by the Dodgers.

Return of three-time Cy Young winner is excellent timing for Dodgers

Watch: Shohei Ohtani's 30th home run nearly left Dodger Stadium

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / May 30, 2024

James Paxton: Dodgers Limiting Workload ‘Long-Term Play’

The Los Angeles Dodgers cruised to a 10-3 win over the New York Mets on Wednesday in a game where James Paxton started on normal rest for the first time this season.

MLB News / Yardbarker / May 24, 2024

MLB strikeout props for 5/24: Miles is the way to go

A 1-2 mark in strikeout props on Thursday brought our record back to .500 on the week. We have one more day left to scratch out a profit, so let's do just that with our three favorite K props for Friday's MLB slate.

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