The Houston Astros have been forecasting a trade of Isaac Paredes throughout the offseason, and Thursday's arbitration deadline was further proof of that reality. While the Astros were able to work out deals with most of their arbitration-eligible players, Paredes was one of two players they couldn't reach an agreement.
Paredes submitted an amount of $9.95 million while the Astros countered with $8.75 million. Even with Thursday's deadline, the two sides can still work out a deal before the hearing that is scheduled to take place before spring training.
Arguing over less than $2 million may seem trivial, but it has all to do with the team's payroll outlook.