Twins’ Carlos Correa reportedly willing to switch positions in shocking MLB reunion trade scenario

As the MLB Trade Deadline looms, one familiar name could be headed back to where it all began. Carlos Correa, once the face of the Houston Astros’ infield, has reportedly expressed interest in returning to his former team—and he’s even willing to change positions to make it happen.

The rumor surfaced Tuesday when USA Today’s Bob Nightengale reported that Correa has been “telling friends on the Houston Astros that he’d be willing to waive his no-trade clause to rejoin them.” The Minnesota Twins shortstop is also “open to moving to third base,” a move that would fill a pressing need for the Astros, who recently lost Isaac Paredes for the remainder of the season due to injury.

With the Twins fighting to stay in the AL Central race and the Astros eyeing one more big move, Correa’s openness to a reunion has injected new energy into the trade rumor mill.

Astros’ infield needs could accelerate trade talks

The Astros’ infield depth has taken a serious hit. Paredes, who was holding down the hot corner, is expected to miss the rest of the season. That leaves a significant gap in the lineup—one that Correa could step into without disrupting Jeremy Peña’s role at shortstop.

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While Correa hasn’t played third base at the Major League level, his defensive skill set, arm strength, and baseball IQ make the transition plausible. For Houston, reacquiring Correa wouldn’t just be about filling a hole; it would also add postseason experience, clubhouse leadership, and a fan-favorite face just in time for a playoff push.

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Would the Twins actually move Correa?

Correa signed a six-year, $200 million contract with the Twins just last year. Trading him wouldn’t be simple, even with his reported willingness to waive his no-trade clause. The Twins are still in contention and would need a strong return to justify dealing their star.

However, if Correa genuinely desires a return to Houston, and if the Astros are prepared to offer prospects or MLB-ready talent, Minnesota might listen. This scenario sets the stage for one of the more surprising trade deadline developments—one involving mutual interest, positional flexibility, and unfinished business.