Carlos Correa is finalizing a contract with the Minnesota Twins for six years, worth 200 million dollars. This is a shocking turn of events, as Correa was deep in discussions with the New York Mets after issues arose in his physical. The deal with the Mets came about after Correa’s agreement with the San Francisco Giants similarly fell through.
This makes it the third contract that Correa has agreed to this offseason. However, this one will likely be the one that lasts due to his familiarity with the team. It may not have been his first choice, but he will almost definitely be playing for the Twins for the foreseeable future.
Jeff Passan was the first to break the news that Correa would be heading back to the Minnesota Twins. via Twitter.
“BREAKING: Shortstop Carlos Correa and the Minnesota Twins are finalizing a six-year, $200 million contract, sources tell ESPN” – Jeff Passan
The deal is pending a physical examination, but Jeff Passan would go on to explain that it probably won’t be an issue.
“Carlos Correa is headed back to the Twins. And with early indications that Minnesota is comfortable with his right leg, this time it looks like it’s for real” – Jeff Passan
It has been a shocking offseason for the former Houston Astros star.
Carlos Correa re-signing with the Minnesota Twins concludes one of the most interesting offseason stories ever
