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Astros Eye Trade: Paredes for Brewers’ Mitchell, Ashby

3/7/2026

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The Houston Astros plan to trade third baseman Isaac Paredes before the 2026 MLB season.
Analysts have proposed a trade with the Milwaukee Brewers, sending Paredes for Garrett Mitchell and Aaron Ashby.
The deal would address the Astros' infield logjam and their need for left-handed hitting.
The Pittsburgh Pirates lack the necessary outfield bat, despite expressing interest in Paredes.

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The Houston Astros plan to trade third baseman Isaac Paredes before the 2026 MLB season.
Analysts have proposed a trade with the Milwaukee Brewers, sending Paredes for Garrett Mitchell and Aaron Ashby.
The deal would address the Astros' infield logjam and their need for left-handed hitting.
The Pittsburgh Pirates lack the necessary outfield bat, despite expressing interest in Paredes.