Astros Reacquire Correa, Add Sánchez and Urías

At the 2025 MLB trade deadline, the Houston Astros reacquired Carlos Correa from the Minnesota Twins in exchange for minor league pitcher Matt Mikulski and $33 million in salary relief for Minnesota, which is dealing with over $400 million in debt. Correa waived his no-trade clause to return to Houston and will play third base due to Jeremy Peña's presence at shortstop. Some analysts have raised concerns over Correa's recent injuries and underwhelming offensive production this season. The Astros also traded for outfielder Jesús Sánchez from the Marlins and utility infielder Ramón Urías from the Orioles to address roster depth amid injuries. These moves underscore Houston's aggressive push to remain contenders in the AL West. The Twins' trade of Correa reflects financial difficulties and the end of a once-promising era.