Red Sox Eye Isaac Paredes as Trade Target for Infield Depth

The Boston Red Sox have reportedly shown interest in Isaac Paredes, viewing him as a candidate to play third base or first base. Paredes, 26, notched 20 homers and an .809 OPS over 102 games with the Houston Astros last season. He is under team control through 2027 and offers versatile infield defense. The Astros are reportedly eyeing pitchers Connelly Early and Payton Tolle in potential trade discussions for Paredes, indicating a move could be on the horizon.