The Houston Astros' trade deadline needs are truly in focus now. After losing Isaac Paredes to a hamstring injury, it is clear that the Astros are prioritizing bats at the July 31 deadline and it's hard to argue with that logic.
With the number of arms scheduled to return from the IL, providing lineup reinforcements (especially left-handed ones) should absolutely be the top priority. While most of the trade candidates have been explored, one Astros insider added a couple new names to the list.
There has been a lot of trade buzz surrounding Brandon Lowe despite the fact that his availability is questionable at best.