James Paxton
SP - Boston Red Sox - MiLB
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Eligibility
The Dodgers have traded James Paxton to the Red Sox.
Fantasy Impact
Paxton was recently designated for assignment by the Dodgers after posting a 4.43 ERA in 89 1/3 innings this season. The veteran left-hander posted a 4.50 ERA and a 1.31 WHIP with Boston in 2023.
The Dodgers are designating James Paxton for assignment Monday.
Fantasy Impact
Paxton is coming off a win in Sunday’s matchup with Boston, but he has struggled through 18 starts this season. He will hit the waiver wire with a 4.43 ERA and a 1.46 WHIP.
James Paxton allowed three runs on four hits over five innings on Sunday against the Red Sox.
Fantasy Impact
Paxton added seven strikeouts and four walks. He allowed two runs in the first inning before he was able to settle in. He is scheduled to face the Astros in his next start.
James Paxton had a rough outing in Friday's narrow 4-3 victory over the Tigers.
Fantasy Impact
He lasted only 3 2/3 innings, surrendering three earned runs on five hits and four walks while striking out just one batter. This performance is a continuation of what has been a challenging season for Paxton, whose ERA now sits at 4.38 with a WHIP of 1.45. His inability to go deep into games and a low strikeout rate of 6.1 K/9 are concerning for fantasy managers. The high FIP of 5.05 and a strikeout-to-walk ratio of 1.30 suggest that improvements may not be on the horizon. Fantasy managers should consider these factors heavily when deciding whether to keep him in their starting rotations.
James Paxton delivered a middling performance in Saturday's 5-3 victory against the Brewers.
Fantasy Impact
He allowed two earned runs on four hits and two walks while striking out three over five innings. Despite the Dodgers clinching the win, Paxton's outing was less than stellar, reflecting a season marred by inconsistency. With a ballooning ERA of 4.24 and a WHIP of 1.40, his fantasy relevance continues to wane. The southpaw's low strikeout rate of 6.2 K/9 further diminishes his appeal in leagues where strikeouts carry weight. Fantasy managers should view Paxton as a risky play, primarily useful in favorable matchups or as a streaming option in deeper leagues.
