Astros Dealt Bad News on $200 Million Star at MLB Trade Deadline originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Houston Astros had been linked to Minnesota Twins shortstop Carlos Correa in ongoing MLB trade rumors. Find out how the blockbuster deal was revived after insiders all but ruled out a move hours before the MLB trade deadline expired.

According to MLB.com's Brian McTaggart, the Astros traded for shortstop Carlos Correa in a deal with the Minnesota Twins. Bob Nightengale of USA Today reported the Twins will pay $33 million of the remaining $103.42 million on Correa's contract.

The Houston Astros headed into the 2025 MLB trade deadline with clear needs to address for the stretch run of the season. General manager Dana Brown wanted a le