Overview

• Isaac Paredes will undergo surgery for a torn hamstring tendon and faces a six- to seven-month recovery.
• The All-Star’s season is over and his availability for the March 2026 World Baseball Classic is now in question.
• Houston acquired infielder Ramón Urías from the Baltimore Orioles to cover third base in the short term.
• The club also reacquired former Astro Carlos Correa from the Minnesota Twins to bring veteran leadership to the hot corner.
• These moves underline the Astros’ rapid response to a long-term injury and their focus on maintaining infield depth.