Boston Red Sox pitcher James Paxton has announced his intention to retire at the end of the 2024 MLB season. Paxton, 35, has had an injury-filled career and is currently on the 60-day IL with a partial tear in his right calf, effectively ending his season unless the Red Sox make the playoffs. Over his 11-year career, Paxton has played for the Seattle Mariners, New York Yankees, Los Angeles Dodgers, and Red Sox, compiling a 73-41 record and a 3.77 ERA. Known as 'Big Maple' due to his Canadian heritage, he is perhaps most celebrated for his no-hitter against the Blue Jays in 2018. Despite multiple injuries, Paxton has been a solid pitcher when healthy, and he plans to start a company focused on mental health in sports post-retirement. His decision was influenced by his desire to spend more time with his family.