As Isaac Paredes settles into his new home with the Houston Astros, the former Chicago Cubs third baseman shared an emotional farewell to Cubs fans following his recent trade. The 26-year-old spoke candidly about the difficulties of leaving Chicago:
“I cried a lot when leaving my home,” Paredes admitted, acknowledging the deep bonds he formed during his time with the Cubs
Paredes arrived in Chicago via a midseason trade last July, giving Cubs fans hope with his proven bat. Though his offense cooled (.223/.325/.307 with three home runs and 25 RBIs in 52 games), he quickly became a crowd favorite—aware that his stay was finite
“Leaving my home” clearly resonated deeply—Paredes wasn’t just a player; he called Chicago home.
After being traded to the Astros in December as part of the blockbuster Kyle Tucker swap, Paredes wasted no time making his mark. He hit his first home run as an Astro on April 11 and brought home a clutch walk-off shot on May 13 . As of late June, he was among Houston’s top hitters: 10 home runs, 28 RBIs, and a .861 OPS, ranking him among American League leaders
Particularly potent with runners in scoring position, boasting a .333 average and .977 OPS in those situations
Paredes faces the high expectations of replacing Astros legend Alex Bregman. But his performance—both at the plate and in his clubhouse presence—suggests he’s crafting his own identity in Houston
Isaac Paredes didn’t just make a trade—he made a heartfelt farewell, admitting he “cried a lot” leaving his Chicago home. Now, with Houston, he’s not just playing—he’s proving he can be a foundational star.