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Oct 31, 2021; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Houston Astros shortstop Carlos Correa (1) celebrates with teammates after defeating the Atlanta Braves in game five of the 2021 World Series at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports
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Oct 31, 2021; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Houston Astros shortstop Carlos Correa (1) celebrates with teammates after defeating the Atlanta Braves in game five of the 2021 World Series at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports
Free agency has been a rollercoaster for Carlos Correa, the two-time All-Star has signed two deals that have hit snags. The first one was a massive 13-year $350 million deal with the San Francisco Giants, whereas the second deal was a 12-year $315 million deal with the New York Mets.
When his Giants deal stalled due to medical-related issues, the Mets swept in and agreed to a deal with Correa. That didn’t last long as the Mets faced the same medical issues that the Giants did. There were new updates about the deal, but no conclusive information. However, if reports are true, then the Giants are still interested in Correa. But the main question is, is Correa interested in the Giants?
Carlos Correa doesn’t want to sign with the SF Giants
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According to a recent tweet by Alex Pavlovic of NBC Sports, the Giants are still looking to sign Correa. But the two-time All-Star is reportedly focussing on another deal. Correa is not interested in signing with the Giants and is highly unlikely to sign with the team. The other team that Correa is focused on has not been named yet.
Farhan Zaidi said Giants have had recent conversations with Carlos Correa’s camp but their understanding is he’s focused on a deal elsewhere.
— Alex Pavlovic (@PavlovicNBCS) December 30, 2022
According to Pavlovic, “Farhan Zaidi said Giants have had recent conversations with Carlos Correa’s camp but their understanding is he’s focused on a deal elsewhere.” This means that the deal between Correa and the Giants may very well be over.
Fans have reacted to this news and are not glad about this development. Some fans even mocked the Giants while others said that Correa is justified for not wanting to sign with them.
What’s the point Giants? That ship has sailed!!
— Frank Deliso (@DelisoFrank) December 30, 2022
Cause they embarrassed him in front of his family. Dude went house shopping in the Bay. I don't blame him for not wanting to come here to play.
— Bruno P (@BayLuffy51) December 30, 2022
It’s like we offered a big deal to a guy and then pulled out. I wouldn’t want to come here if I was a hitter either.
I think we lose 90+ games next year.
— Jim Hurley (@Largefarve_187) December 30, 2022
Terrible ownership and Front office
— ThommyNoRuns (@Dopetastic99) December 30, 2022
The Giants embarrassed him. He's not coming back. No one knows how negotiations went with Giants. But with the Mets having same concerns yet he still wants to get a deal with them, Is not a good look for the Giants.
— Paul Egbert (@paulbert12) December 31, 2022
Of course! After the way the Giants treated him , why would he want to be in SF?
— Ree ♏🦋⚾️🐈⬛ (@giantzgrl) December 31, 2022
I wouldn't think he would've entertained another deal from the giants after they backed out of the original offer. Im not surprised to hear this in the slightest
— What? (@Isaywhatwhat84) December 31, 2022
Why is Farhan talking to the media all of a sudden? This guy should be on the hot seat all 2023 season. Giants Off-season: We tried really hard, it’s not our fault, don’t blame us!
— Erick Hernandez (@EMHernandez83) December 31, 2022
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Although the other team has not been named, most people believe that it is the Mets. Correa is still trying to get a deal done to play with the Mets. It will be interesting to see what kind of contract Correa finally signs. But many people are wondering what these medical issues really are.
What medical issue arose in Correa’s medicals with the Giants and the Mets?
According to MLB.com’s Anthony DiComo, both teams were worried about Correa’s medical history. More specifically, they were worried about the arthroscopic surgery he underwent to repair a fractured right fibula in 2014.
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The 2017 World Series champ suffered that injury while playing in the Minor Leagues. Furthermore, he has not had issues with that injury since then. On the contrary, Correa has been a picture of good health and durability. Which team do you think Carlos Correa will end up signing with and for how much? Please share your thoughts in the comments below.
