Isaac Paredes Withdraws from All-Star Game Due to Family Matter, Expected to Return Post-Break

Astros third baseman Isaac Paredes has officially withdrawn from the upcoming All-Star Game to address a family matter, despite recently being named an All-Star replacement for Jose Ramirez. Manager Joe Espada confirmed that Paredes will not miss any time after the All-Star break, stating he is 'fine' and will return. The 26-year-old, who was in Sunday's lineup as a designated hitter, earns his second consecutive All-Star selection entering the break with a .254 batting average, 19 homers, and 49 RBIs.