This is the Live card for James Paxton, featured in MLB The Show 23. He's a 75 Overall Silver card primarily playing SP.
Released 2 years ago.
James Paxton is a 34-year-old player from Canada, standing 6'4" tall and weighing 212 lbs. He currently plays for the Red Sox, batting Left-handed and throwing Left-handed.
On the mound, James Paxton's per-nine metrics show below average effectiveness against hits with 65 H/9, below average strikeout ability with 63 K/9, and modest command with 65 BB/9. When pitching with runners in scoring position, his effectiveness is noteworthy, supported by a Pitching Clutch rating of 85. Overall, his pitch control is average, with a Control rating of 64; his velocity is competent, with a Velocity rating of 63; and his break is top-tier, with a Break rating of 99. His stamina is competent (75 Stamina).
It's a 4-pitch mix, primarily featuring a 4 Seam FB and a Cutter. His Changeup shows notable break but lacks command.
Defensively, James Paxton offers modest ability, characterized by 36 Fielding, 58 Arm Strength, and 35 Reaction.
This player doesn't have any special quirks or abilities.