Mets and the Failed Player Blockbuster
The New York Mets were once on the verge of landing Carlos Correa in a massive move during the 2022–23 offseason after agreeing to a 12-year, $315 million contract. However, the deal never officially went through as concerns raised during his medical evaluation caused the Mets to pull back, making them the second team that winter to walk away from Correa for health-related reasons after the San Francisco Giants did the same.
Correa’s Career Path After the Collapse
Following the failed agreements, Correa eventually signed a shorter-term deal with the Minnesota Twins. His journey later took another turn when he was traded back to his original MLB team, the Houston Astros, continuing a career filled with unexpected movement after nearly landing in New York.
Latest Injury Setback Ends 2026 Season
Now in 2026, Correa’s season has officially come to an abrupt end after he suffered a torn tendon in his left ankle while hitting in the batting cage.
The injury occurred suddenly after he reportedly felt a pop, immediately shutting him down for the remainder of the year.
What It Means in Retrospect
While there is no way to determine how Correa’s health would have held up had he signed with the Mets, the situation has taken on new perspective. Both the Mets and Giants avoided long-term commitments due to medical concerns, and years later, Correa has now endured another serious injury that ended his season unexpectedly.
