Red Sox Tenure
Paxton signed a one-year deal with the Red Sox in July. Despite his injury history, he has been effective, posting a 3.86 ERA in 11 appearances.
Retirement Decision
Paxton cited his recurring injuries and the physical toll of the game as reasons for his retirement decision. He expressed gratitude for his time in the MLB and is looking forward to spending more time with his family.
Legacy
Paxton will be remembered for his impressive debut season in 2014, where he went 6-4 with a 3.04 ERA, and his dominant 2017 season, earning him an All-Star selection.