The news that many in the Mariners organization feared has become a reality as Seattle manager Scott Servais announced today that James Paxton would undergo season-ending surgery. Corey Brock of The Athletic Seattle broke the news that will surely have the Mariners scrambling to find a replacement.
What was to be a welcoming home for Paxton after spending his first six years with the organization has turned into disappointment for a Mariners organization with thoughts of challenging for the division. Seattle signed Paxton to be a veteran presence for Seattle’s rotation as the Mariners continue to overhaul their club and promote their young players.