Isaac Paredes was one of the key returns in the Kyle Tucker trade, and while he is on the injured list with a significant hamstring strain, he solidified himself as the future at third base this summer. Over 94 games, the 26-year-old hit .259 with an .829 OPS, a 128 OPS+, 19 home runs, 50 RBIs, and a 49:67 BB:K ratio.

But while Correa was making his triumphant return home after the recent blockbuster trade that brought him back to the Houston Astros from the Minnesota Twins, Bregman was in the ballpark for the first time as a visitor after signing with the Boston Red Sox this offseason.

Red Sox manager Alex Cora was ejected from Wednesday's game against the Astros because of a non-call he felt should be a balk.

Before his first game back in Houston, Alex Bregman made a stop for his go-to Texas comfort food — and fans loved it. HOUSTON — Alex Bregman’s first trip back to Houston as a member of the Boston Red Sox came with plenty of emotions — and one very Texas tradition.

The Sox are hot, in prime position for a playoff push over the final quarter of the season, so in Bregman’s view, that is where his focus needs to be.