James Paxton woke up on Tuesday morning no longer a part of the MLB organization that drafted him in the fourth round of the 2010 MLB draft.
As the Mariners continue their offseason rebuild, Jerry Dipoto traded Paxton to the Yankees on Monday in exchange for a package of three prospects.
Paxton was a fan favorite during his time in Seattle. The Canadian’s inspiring performances on the mound even inspired fans to create a cheering section dedicated to him: “Maple Grove”.
So it’s no surprise that Paxton – nicknamed “Big Maple” by his fan base” took to social media Tuesday morning to thank Mariners fans for their support.