The Houston Astros and third baseman Isaac Paredes avoided salary arbitration on Thursday by agreeing to a one-year, $6.625 million deal, according to a source. Paredes is heading into his first year in Houston in 2025 after the Astros acquired him from the Chicago Cubs this offseason in the

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The Houston Astros made quite the bold bet this winter when they effectively swapped All-Star stalwarts Alex Bregman and Kyle Tucker for newcomers Christian Walker and Isaac Paredes in its 2025 lineup. Houston's new man at the hot corner is off to a blistering start at the plate as he logs at-bats abroad this month.

Right now, it feels like the Houston Astros are done making moves this winter. They could add another outfielder to the mix to supplement that group, especially

Settles with Houston

The Houston Astros made one of the more shocking moves of the offseason so far. Houston has had a weird offseason so far. The Astros clearly aren't rebuilding a

The Astros are in the midst of a roster retooling and have a former Twins and Mariners standout on their radar.

The Houston Astros tried to re-sign third baseman Alex Bregman earlier this offseason, and at one point reportedly offered him a deal greater than what he's exp

The Houston Astros came to terms on one-year contracts for all eight of their arbitration-eligible players on Thursday, including star left-handed pitcher Framber Valdez. The Astros did not disclose financial terms, but according to multiple media reports, Valdez will make $18 million in 2025.

The Houston Astros have made a few moves this offseason that should help them remain on top in a weak American League West division. Despite trading away Kyle Tucker, they managed to bring in Isaac Paredes from the Chicago Cubs and followed it up with the signing of Christian Walker to a three-year,

The Astros signed first baseman Christian Walker and got third baseman Isaac Paredes from the Chicago Cubs in the Tucker trade. Houston's infield looks well set for the upcoming season.

The Houston Astros reached 2025 salary agreements with ... Houston also agreed to terms with third baseman Isaac Paredes, shortstop Jeremy Peña, outfielders Chas McCormick and Jake Meyers ...