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Astros’ Isaac Paredes Takes Live Batting Practice as Hamstring Rehab Accelerates

A return this season remains possible, according to team officials.

Jul 11, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros third baseman Isaac Paredes (15) sits in the dugout before the game against the Texas Rangers at Daikin Park. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images
Jul 11, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros third baseman Isaac Paredes (15) is unable to make a play on a ground ball during the fifth inning against the Texas Rangers at Daikin Park. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images
Jun 25, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros third baseman Isaac Paredes (15) looks on in the third inning against the Philadelphia Phillies at Daikin Park. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Paredes faced live pitching Saturday at the Astros’ West Palm Beach facility, general manager Dana Brown said.
  • Manager Joe Espada plans to ramp up his live at-bats along with ground-ball and running drills to evaluate readiness.
  • Brown said the club expects a clearer timetable after these sessions, and one report relaying Brown indicated a Seattle series return could be possible if progress continues.
  • Paredes strained his right hamstring on July 19, declined surgery in favor of rehab, and has been on the 60-day injured list.
  • Related updates from Brown: closer Josh Hader has not yet resumed throwing during his shoulder rehab, and Luis Garcia will seek a second opinion on his elbow.