NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Aaron Boone #17 of the New York Yankees looks on during batting practice prior to Game One of the American League Wild Card Series against the Boston Red Sox at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
The New York Yankees would benefit from a boost in the hot corner.
But not so fast — acquiring the Astros’ key third baseman would come with some caveats.
Yankees Should Approach Isaac Paredes With Caution
GettySEATTLE, WASHINGTON – SEPTEMBER 22: Isaac Paredes #15 of the Houston Astros celebrates his solo home run against the Seattle Mariners during the sixth inning at T-Mobile Park on September 22, 2026 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images)
“Paredes does come with concerns,” he wrote. “He’s not the best defender, and his pull-heavy approach as a right-handed hitter wouldn’t be ideal in Yankee Stadium. Of his 117 career home runs, zero have been hit to center field or right field. Pulling the ball is generally ideal, and it’s why Paredes consistently outperforms his contact.
“Although Yankee Stadium is one of the best parks for righty hitters to hit home runs, it is tied for the third-hardest ballpark to get any kind of hit, according to Statcast.”
GettyHOUSTON, TEXAS – SEPTEMBER 30: Isaac Paredes #15 of the Houston Astros reacts after getting hit by pitch against the Chicago White Sox during the eighth inning in game two of the American League Wild Card Series at Daikin Park on September 30, 2026 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Kenneth Richmond/Getty Images)
Now, his ability on offense would be appealing.
During his 2026 campaign, he hit .262/.360/.447 with an .807 OPS and 25 homers through 155 games.
He smacked 27 doubles, one triple and 94 RBIs.
Where Do the Yankees Go From Here?
GettyLOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – JULY 06: Isaac Paredes #15 of the Houston Astros at bat during the game between the Houston Astros and the Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium on July 06, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)
New York has been grappling with their third base dilemma for quite some time.
They have 31-year-old Ryan McMahon at third base, but he has posted an underwhelming performance this season.
By the end of the campaign, he was slashing .213/.279/.357 with a .636 OPS and 11 homers through 124 games.
Along the way, he recorded 14 doubles and 41 RBIs.
The Yankees don’t appear to have a clear fit for him moving forward, but as mentioned, trading for Paredes wouldn’t be without flaws.
GettyNEW YORK, NEW YORK – AUGUST 11: Ryan McMahon #19 of the New York Yankees celebrates after scoring a run in the seventh inning against the Seattle Mariners at Yankee Stadium on August 11, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)
Numerous projections have McMahon shipping out, but his replacement is still up in the air at this time.
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Yankees’ Insider Reveals Potential Issue With Acquiring Astros Star
The New York Yankees would benefit from a boost in the hot corner.This is where the Houston Astros could come in.But not so fast — acquiring the Astros’ key third baseman would come with some caveats.Yankees Should Approach Isaac Paredes With CautionParedes has found himself circulating in rumors around the Yankees, but Chris Kirschner of […]
Yankees’ Insider Reveals Potential Issue With Acquiring Astros Star