The Astros made a roster move Friday afternoon ahead of their game against the Athletics. Isaac Paredes was placed on the bereavement list which means he will miss up to three games following a loss in his immediate family. Shay Whitcomb is taking his spot for now.

Infielder Shay Whitcomb has only 79 plate appearances and one home run in the majors, but he hit two out in Korea's WBC opener Monday vs. Czechia.

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