Astros include surprising trade targets ahead of deadline
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 4:36 PM
Last updated Jun 20, 2026
The Houston Astros are evaluating their roster as they consider becoming sellers ahead of the trade deadline this summer. Among potential trade assets, Yordan Alvarez stands out, though a deal appears unlikely. absent from the primary list of trade chips is All-Star infielder Isaac Paredes, who many believe should be regarded as a top asset due to his potential return value. Paredes has a batting average of.238 and an OPS of.759 this season, but his overall performance makes him a valuable candidate for trade. Reports suggest that if the Astros move forward with trades, Paredes could be one of the notable players in discussions.
- •Astros are likely to be trade deadline sellers this summer.
- •Yordan Alvarez is identified as a major trade target, but unlikely to be dealt.
- •Isaac Paredes is seen as a valuable trade chip but is not in the top asset list.
- •Paredes has a.238 batting average and.759 OPS this season.
- •Trade rumors have surrounded Paredes since the offseason.
- 4:36 PMYahoo Sports — Astros projected top-four trade assets strangely does not include All-Star infielder
"This infielder should be a top trade chip for the Astros.
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