Astros Facing Decision After Disappointing Isaac Paredes News originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Infielder Isaac Paredes is in his first season with the Houston Astros, following an offseason trade from the Chicago Cubs.

Regardless of their former stars leaving for new teams, the Houston Astros still remain atop of the AL West. The thing is, the Astros are dealing with injuries

The Houston Astros already have one of the worst injury situations in baseball and it just got worse with their update on Isaac Paredes.

Houston's run prevention machine has broken down in July, putting undue pressure on a lineup that is ill-equipped to carry an entire team.

The Houston Astros are eyeing Rays infielder Brandon Lowe as a potential trade deadline addition to boost their left-handed hitting.

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The Royals are making it clear to clubs that any deal for pitcher Seth Lugo would require controllable outfield help in return.

"Lugo has posted mid-3.00s or lower ERAs for five seasons despite having below-average fastball velocity and good-not-great strikeout rates. His ability to strand runners and limit hard contact comes in part thanks to his nine different pitches."