It’s been a roller coaster month for shortstop Carlos Correa. First, he thought he signed a $350 million deal over his 13 years with the San Francisco Giants on December 13th. But after digging into Correa’s medical history, particularly his surgically repaired right leg, the Giants expressed hesitation, a suspension that would allow the New York Mets to cancel his $315 million contract over his 12-year term. Concluding, Correa accepted it only 12 hours after him.
After that, the Mets also had problems with his body.The team wanted to adjust the contract considering Correa’s injury history, but the two sides could not agree on the new terms, and the contract eventually fell apart. In 2022, Correa agreed to stay in Minnesota and re-sign with the Twins, who signed him as a free agent in 2022.
Correa’s contract is worth $200 million over six years.It also includes a four-year and $70 million vesting option, although the deal won’t be officially signed until Correa passes a medical test. means $150 million Thanks to his legs that raised concern for other teams.
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In 2014, Correa, just 20 years old, broke his right leg while playing in the minor leagues. Although he spent his eight years in the majors and never went on the disabled list with an injury to his right foot, the Giants and Mets were concerned about Correa’s future. His leg injury can lead to complications at times, and Correa, now 28, could be in trouble in the years to come. Both teams decided it wasn’t worth the risk (or put a high price tag on it).
Last offseason, the Twins signed Correa to a three-year, $105.3 million contract that included an opt-out clause after the first season. His strong play has generated a lot of interest, but assuming the Twins don’t find anything new in his medical report, he’ll be back in Minnesota.
Despite last month’s turmoil, this third deal may actually favor Correa. If he plays well and keeps him healthy, he’ll add his vesting option to the end of his contract, effectively making him a contract worth $270 million over seven seasons. He will be his 35 by the time his contract ends, and it’s outrageous to think that in five years he could land another contract worth over $80 million. is not. This surpasses the first offer from the Giants in terms of total amount, and he will reach that amount a year early.
For now, Correa hopes to pass physical with the Twins. At least in terms of winning big money.
