Overview
- The Astros activated Paredes after 55 games out and started him as designated hitter batting third in Friday's series opener at Daikin Park.
- He went 1-for-3 with a walk in a 4-0 loss to the Mariners, leaving Seattle at 85-69 and Houston at 84-70 with nine games remaining.
- Manager Joe Espada said the club will restrict Paredes’ running to protect his rehabbing right hamstring.
- Paredes is set for DH duties with Carlos Correa entrenched at third base after choosing non-surgical rehab and training in West Palm Beach.
- Álvarez was placed on the injured list with a severe ankle sprain; before his injury Paredes hit .259 with 19 home runs and 50 RBIs in 94 games.