MINNEAPOLIS — Carlos Correa emphasized that discussions regarding a potential trade from the Minnesota Twins back to the Houston Astros aren’t currently “serious,” but he remains open to the idea of returning to the team where he experienced significant success, including a World Series victory. “That’s not something that’s, I don’t think, serious right now,” Correa stated after missing the Twins’ heavy loss to the Boston Red Sox due to a migraine. He underscored his commitment to the Twins, expressing his desire to “be here and win here.”
As part of his six-year, $200 million contract with Minnesota, Correa holds a no-trade clause, meaning he would need to approve any potential deal. He has kept in regular contact with Twins president of baseball operations Derek Falvey and manager Rocco Baldelli, asserting that he has “full control” over the situation leading up to the trade deadline.
The Houston Astros may find themselves needing an infielder due to injuries affecting third baseman Isaac Paredes. Correa’s impact on the Astros is well-remembered; he played a pivotal role in their 2017 World Series win and has a .277 batting average with 489 RBIs over his seven seasons with the team. Astros second baseman Jose Altuve, who maintains a close relationship with Correa, commented that while he hasn’t spoken to Correa regarding the potential trade, he hopes that if a move occurs, it is beneficial for both players involved.
Since joining the Twins in 2022, Correa has dealt with several persistent injuries, and his performance has been inconsistent, batting .271 this season. The Twins, currently struggling in fourth place in the AL Central, are focusing on restructuring their roster as the trade deadline approaches. In a recent move, the Twins traded starter Chris Paddack to the Detroit Tigers and are considering additional trades to maximize the value of their existing contracts.
Correa, who is experiencing trade talks for the first time in his career, is trying to keep his teammates focused amid the uncertainty. He noted, “I’ve been having a lot of conversations with players and just try to keep them focused on the things that they can control.”
In addition to Correa, multiple Twins players are also facing rumors of trade, and some, like outfielder Ty France and catcher Christian Vazquez, are nearing free agency or arbitration, adding to the team’s challenging situation during this trading period.
As the deadline approaches, the Twins will have to navigate their current performance and future strategy, aiming to find a balance between competing now and building for the future.
This situation holds a mix of excitement and uncertainty. While it represents a challenging time for the Twins as they contemplate the next steps, it also brings opportunities to reshape the team and potentially invest in a more promising future.