Paxton, whose Wednesday spring start against the Cubs was rescheduled, pitched in a three-inning simulated game to catcher Tom Murphy instead and looked sharp, Daniel Kramer of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

The veteran left-hander's start was rescheduled at his own request, as Paxton wanted additional time to refine his secondary pitches and also create more consistent direction and timing in the downhill portion of his delivery. Paxton noted he's been specifically trying to get his "explosion toward the plate" right and felt that he was able to improve on it the more he pitched to Murphy, who he's also working on developing a rapport with as a battery mate. Paxton anticipates he'll likely be ready to make his Cactus League debut early next week, potentially Monday against the Indians.

The rescheduling of Paxton's Wednesday start against the Cubs wasn't due to any health concern with the left-hander, Daniel Kramer of MLB.com reports. "Pax is completely healthy," manager Scott Servais said. "It's just kind of shifting things around a little bit, lining up our rotation going from there. ... But there's absolutely nothing wrong health-wise with Pax. We're just going to give him a couple more days before he goes back out there."

EDGE Analysis

The veteran isn't slated to take the mound until at least early next week at this point, as the Mariners have mapped out their starting pitching assignments through the weekend. Servais' assurance that Paxton's health isn't at cause for the shuffle is certainly encouraging after the southpaw's 2020 season with the Yankees was mostly derailed by forearm and back injuries.

Paxton is scheduled to start Wednesday's Cactus League game against the Cubs, Daniel Kramer of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

The veteran southpaw's work will undoubtedly be scrutinized this spring in his return to Seattle after a mixed bag of a two-year stay with the Yankees. After back and forearm injuries limited him to just five starts in 2020 following a 15-6 mark the prior season, Paxton spent most of the offseason rebuilding his strength and refining his mechanics. He now considers himself at full health and commented last week that he expects to build up to a five- or six-inning workload by the end of spring training.

Paxton agreed to a one-year, $8.5 million contract with the Mariners on Saturday, Jeff Passan of ESPN.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

The 32-year-old could earn up to $10 million with incentives, and he'll make his way back to the Mariners after the team traded him to the Yankees following the 2018 season. Paxton struggled in 2020 with a 6.64 ERA, 1.48 WHIP and 26:7 K:BB over 20.1 innings before going down with a forearm injury. The left-hander saw his fastball velocity drop three ticks to 92.2 MPH last season, but he reached 94 MPH while throwing for scouts this offseason as he hopes for a rebound campaign in 2021.

Paxton (forearm) reached 94 mph while throwing in front of scouts Tuesday, Jon Morosi of MLB Network reports.

EDGE Analysis

As many as 20 teams were in attendance as the 32-year-old showcased himself in his return from the forearm injury that limited him to five starts last season. Paxton averaged about 95.4 mph on his fastball the past three years entering 2020, so it appears he's nearing full strength if he's not there already. The left-hander had a 3.82 ERA, 1.28 WHIP and 186:55 K:BB over 150.2 innings for the Yankees in 2019. so he should have at least a few suitors in free agency.

Agent Scott Boras said Tuesday that Paxton (forearm) is "close" to throwing for talent evaluators, Jon Morosi of MLB Network reports.

EDGE Analysis

The 32-year-old made five starts in 2020 before being shut down with the forearm issue and a subsequent setback, but he was able to resume throwing in late September. Paxton had a 3.82 ERA, 1.28 WHIP and 186:55 K:BB over 150.2 innings over 29 starts for the Yankees in 2019, so he figures to garner some interest as a free agent as long as he's fully recovered.

Paxton (forearm) was able to play catch Monday, but manager Aaron Boone said the lefty might not be available until late in the postseason, James Wagner of The New York Times reports.

EDGE Analysis

Paxton was transferred to the 45-day injured list Sept. 16, and there haven't been reports of him throwing off a mound since suffering a setback earlier this month. The southpaw should continue to travel with the Yankees throughout the postseason while he navigates through the rehab process, but New York may need to reach the ALCS or World Series for him to have a shot at pitching again in 2020.

Paxton (forearm) threw on flat ground at Yankee Stadium on Sunday, the Associated Press reports.

EDGE Analysis

This is the first report of Paxton throwing since he was shut down following a setback Sept. 9. The left-hander could theoretically help out in the postseason if he is able to progress over the next few weeks, though such a scenario is unlikely given that Paxton has not pitched off a mound in over a month. He compiled only 20.1 innings overall this season, registering a 6.64 ERA and 1.48 WHIP.

Paxton (forearm) was transferred to the 45-day injured list Wednesday.

EDGE Analysis

Paxton recently faced a setback in his recovery process and has yet to resume throwing. He'll miss the remainder of the regular season after landing on the 45-day injured list, although it remains to be seen whether he could be available if the Yankees make a deep playoff run. The southpaw posted a 6.64 ERA and 1.48 WHIP over 20.1 innings during five starts in 2020.

Paxton (forearm) has yet to resume throwing following a setback last week, Lindsey Adler of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

The Yankees held hope that Paxton could return before the end of the regular season when he began a light throwing program at the start of September, but that scenario appears to be in serious doubt given the soreness experienced by the left-hander last Wednesday. Paxton never reached the point of throwing off a mound prior to being shut down, so even if the soreness does subside, it may be unreasonable to expect the veteran to be able to build back up before the end of the campaign.