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Astros Near Decision on Activating Isaac Paredes for Mariners Series

Houston plans to use the All-Star as a designated hitter with restricted running after extensive work in West Palm Beach.

SEATTLE, WASHINGTON - JULY 18: Isaac Paredes #15 of the Houston Astros takes base on balls during the first inning against the Seattle Mariners at T-Mobile Park on July 18, 2025 in Seattle, Washington.
Jul 4, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Houston Astros third baseman Isaac Paredes (15) warms up prior to the game against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Manager Joe Espada said the next day or two will determine whether Isaac Paredes is activated from the injured list.
  • Paredes has taken live at-bats, run the bases, and fielded grounders in West Palm Beach as the team evaluates his readiness.
  • The Astros do not plan a minor-league rehab assignment, and general manager Dana Brown has indicated a DH role could start as an every-other-day usage.
  • Espada said he will ask Paredes not to run at full speed on the bases to reduce the risk of re-injury to his right hamstring.
  • Paredes had a 128 OPS+ with 19 home runs before the July 19 injury, and his bat could help cover for Yordan Alvarez, who is expected to be out for a while.