Summary
Paxton Thompson, a right-handed pitching prospect, was released by the Philadelphia Phillies but has now signed a minor-league contract with the Texas Rangers. Thompson, who was undrafted and started with the Phillies, will start in the minors with the Hub City Spartanburgers.
Key Facts
- Paxton Thompson is a right-handed pitcher.
- He was released by the Philadelphia Phillies on January 29.
- Thompson signed a minor-league deal with the Texas Rangers.
- He is initially assigned to the High-A Hub City Spartanburgers.
- In the previous season, Thompson had a 5.59 ERA with High-A Jersey Shore.
- He struck out 30 batters and allowed 44 hits in 37 innings last season.
- Thompson went undrafted but signed with the Phillies in 2023.
- He had a strong 2024 season with a 2.74 ERA across 49 1/3 innings in minor leagues.
