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Two-time All-Star Carlos Correa is reportedly opting out of his contract with the Minnesota Twins to become a free agent. He signed a three-year, $105 million contract with the Twins back in March. It included an opt-out clause that allows him to void the contract at the end of each season.
Correa will be one of the most highly-sought after players this offseason. He is in the prime of his career and one of the best offensive infielders in the league. He spent the first seven years of his career with the Houston Astros from 2015-21. He won the 2015 AL Rookie of the Award, a Platinum Glove Award, a Gold Glove Award and a World Series title during that span.
ESPN reported on Carlos Correa's decision.
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Twins fans are among the least surprised by this news. While Correa has said that he enjoys Minnesota, he never guaranteed he would stick around for the full three years. Some fans are happy to see him go. This will open up new financial options for the team. Others believe that Correa is making a big mistake.
When Carlos Correa signed with the Minnesota Twins last offseason, fans across the league were surprised. He had spent his entire career with a championship caliber team and the Twins were far from that.
The news has led to a flurry of fans trying to lure Correa to their respective teams. Correa, who posted a .291 batting average and a 5.4 WAR in 2022, would be a great addition to just about every team.
The Carlos Correa sweepstakes will be something to watch this winter.
The upcoming offseason will feature a free agent class filled with talent and star power. Where these players sign will shape the league for years to come.
Carlos Correa is one of the top free agents available in a very good group
In almost any other year, Correa would be the best free agent available. This year, he is accompanied by New York Yankees superstar Aaron Judge and Los Angeles Dodgers slugger Trea Turner. These players are capable of being the face of a franchise.
The bidding wars that will occur for these superstars could reach historic heights. Any team with championship aspirations will be looking at these players to take them to the top.
