Overview
- Carlos Correa, who felt a pop during batting practice Tuesday, was ruled out for the 2026 season on Wednesday with a torn tendon in his left ankle, and reports indicate surgery is expected.
- The loss leaves Houston without its starting shortstop for the rest of the year, removing a key bat and glove from the Astros’ core.
- In the 2022 offseason, the Giants agreed to a 13-year, $350 million deal and the Mets to a 12-year, $315 million deal with Correa before both clubs withdrew after failed physicals.
- Correa later signed a six-year, $200 million contract with the Twins and was traded back to the Astros in July 2025.
- Fans and commentators on X said the Giants’ and Mets’ caution now looks wise, though reporting notes those earlier red flags involved his right ankle and this new injury is to his left.