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Pirates have another offseason trade idea with Astros

The Pittsburgh Pirates made a big trade last offseason with the Houston Astros that landed them second baseman Brandon Lowe, outfielder Jake Mangum, and left-handed pitcher Mason Montgomery. All three players made significant contributions for the Pirates in 2026, so…

Published: Wednesday, 21 October 2026 at 9:33 AM
Pirates have another offseason trade idea with Astros
Key Things to Know
  • A trade proposal suggests the Pittsburgh Pirates target Houston Astros infielder Isaac Paredes this offseason.
  • The proposed deal would be a permanent trade between the Pirates and Astros.
  • Bleacher Report's Kerry Miller argues Paredes could solve Pittsburgh's offensive need at third base.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Bucs Dugout's Jeremy Brener highlights a proposed offseason trade that would see the Pittsburgh Pirates acquire third baseman Isaac Paredes from the Houston Astros. The trade proposal, originally suggested by Bleacher Report writer Kerry Miller, suggests Pittsburgh should look to Houston once again to bolster an infield that faces potential offensive voids heading into the offseason.

Pittsburgh previously acquired Brandon Lowe, Jake Mangum, and Mason Montgomery from the Astros, but Lowe is now entering free agency. With Houston holding an infield surplus following Carlos Correa's return, Brener argues trading for Paredes makes sense to reinforce either third base or second base for the Pirates.

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