The Houston Astros are limping into the playoffs. Their manager, Joe Espada , is clinging to the hope that Josh Hader is going to make his return to the bullpen before the playoffs begin. While that may be unlikely, Isaac Paredes' chances of doing so are much better. Houston may finally get a look at a completely healthy batting order with Carlos Correa and Co. welcoming back a big bat.

The Astros shocked Major League Baseball when they traded for Correa at the deadline. However, the move was more than just wanting to reunite a star player with the team that drafted him. Espada and Houston's front office needed a replacement for Paredes after a hamstring strain took him out in mid-July. After a two month absence, he is approaching a return to the field.

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