The league matches of Major league Baseball are scheduled to start from March 31, where all 30 teams will be in action in 15 matches on the opening day itself. But before the league starts, teams will have to take part in the spring training, scheduled to start from February 26. Star shortstop and free agent Carlos Correa’s younger brother JC Correa has been practicing hard for the Houston Astros. Jean Carlos Correa aka JC Correa is a 23-year-old infielder for the Astros. However, the league is currently going through the owners’ lockout. If players and owners do not agree to a new CBA deal as soon as possible, the spring training will be compromised. WHO IS JC CORREA? Notably, JC Correa joined the Astros in 2020 as an undrafted free agent. The Astros signed [https://www.espn.in/mlb/story/_/id/29336569/astros-sign-jc-correa-brother-carlos-undrafted-free-agent] him for $20,000, the maximum amount allowed for an undrafted agent. Before joining the Astros in 2020, Correa played as an infielder for Lamar University. But the Astros had announced his signing as the second baseman. Read more: Carlos Correa Wants to Land a Much Bigger Contract Than Corey Seager’s Whopping $325m Deal [https://www.essentiallysports.com/us-sports-news-baseball-news-mlb-news-carlos-correa-wants-to-land-a-much-bigger-contract-than-corey-seagers-whopping-325m-deal/] Having played the 2021 season in the Minor League Baseball, JC Correa is yet to play any Major League games. But this year the younger Correa is expected to make his debut in the Major League for the Astros. JC CORREA TO MAKE HIS MAJOR LEAGUE DEBUT IN A NEW ROLE? The younger Correa on Saturday shared an Instagram story, in which he is practicing as a catcher for the Astros. Now, since JC Correa’s natural position is an infielder, it will be interesting to watch him in the new role of catcher. CARLOS CORREA FOR THE ASTROS Currently, the former Astros shortstop is a free agent in the market and has been in the news for his mammoth market value. After the 2021 season, Correa’s contract expired with the Astros. And now the Puerto Rican looking to break the record of Corey Seager’s $325 million deal. As per MLB Network’s Jon Heyman, Correa’s demand is around $330 million for any team. Carlos Correa made his MLB debut in 2015 with the Houston Astros and since then he has played only for them. Correa had his best MLB season in 2021. He went on to win Gold Glove and Platinum Glove Awards and was also named to his second All-Star Game. He has been instrumental in the Astros success in the past five years. WATCH THIS STORY: Carlos Correa, Gerrit Cole, And Other MLB Players Christmas Celebrations [https://www.essentiallysports.com/stories/us-sports-news-carlos-correa-gerrit-cole-and-other-mlb-players-christmas-celebrations/] 

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<h3 class="jsx-2716971373"><strong>Carlos Correa 2021: Net Worth, Salary, and Endorsements</strong></h3>
[caption id="attachment_814719" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-814719" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2021-11-01T042435Z_1083221573_MT1USATODAY17071640_RTRMADP_3_MLB-WORLD-SERIES-HOUSTON-ASTROS-AT-ATLANTA-BRAVES.jpg" alt="The Houston Astros celebrate a win over the Atlanta Braves" width="1920" height="1336" /> 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[/caption]

Carlos Correa is a Puerto Rican professional baseball shortstop, and is currently a free agent, on a lookout for his future team. Before entering free agency, Carlos has given his entire MLB career to date to the Houston Astros.

In 2021, he helped his former team, the Houston Astros, reach the World Series. While the team could not win the title, Correa's glories and outing in 2021 made him one of the top shortstops on the market.

[caption id="attachment_796050" align="aligncenter" width="1622"]<img class="size-full wp-image-796050" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2021-10-12T193850Z_2004833413_MT1USATODAY16940650_RTRMADP_3_MLB-ALDS-HOUSTON-ASTROS-AT-CHICAGO-WHITE-SOX.jpg" alt="Carlos Correa of the Houston Astros" width="1622" height="1083" /> Oct 12, 2021; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Houston Astros shortstop Carlos Correa (1) reacts after hitting a two-run RBI double against the Chicago White Sox during the third inning in game four of the 2021 ALDS at Guaranteed Rate Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-USA TODAY Sports | Courtesy Reuters[/caption]
<h2>Carlos Correa's Baseball Career</h2>
Carlos Correa started his journey in baseball at a very young age. Born in Puerto Rico, Carlos often used to play catch near his house, and a neighbor saw his talent when he was just five years old, and suggested his parents enroll him into the youth league. Correa then started his baseball career as the first baseman. His father contributed a lot to his young career and trained him whenever he got the time for it.

Carlos was just 17-year-old when he was drafted in the 2012 Major League Baseball draft. In June he was picked by the Houston Astros team. This achievement made him the highest-selected player to be drafted directly from a Puerto Rican high school. However, he did not make his Major League debut until 2015. In his maiden season itself, Carlos was awarded the 'American League Rookie of the Year' award.

Further going forward in his career, in 2016, he became the youngest player in Astros' history to hit a home run on Opening Day. In 2017, he clinched the World Series title with his heroics and team's performance.

While he also faced the hardships of injury and crit sims in his career, Carlos and his statistics speak for his astonishing outing as one of the best shortstops in baseball.
<h2 class="jsx-3677412058">Carlos Correa's incredible 2021 MLB season</h2>
During the 2021 season, Carlos reached many career heights on the field. In 2021, Correa became the first Astros' shortstop to ever record over 100 runs in a season.

[caption id="attachment_801072" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-801072" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2021-10-16T005216Z_1222960986_MT1USATODAY16960073_RTRMADP_3_MLB-ALCS-BOSTON-RED-SOX-AT-HOUSTON-ASTROS.jpg" alt="Carlos Correa of the Houston Astros" width="1920" height="1306" /> Oct 15, 2021; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros shortstop Carlos Correa (1) congratulates second baseman Jose Altuve (27) after he scored against the Boston Red Sox during the first inning in game one of the 2021 ALCS at Minute Maid Park. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]

The 27-year-old batted 279/.366/.485 with 104 runs, 26 home runs, and 92 RBIs. Notably, he appeared in 148 games this season, his career highest in any season.

Remarkably, courtesy of his performance in the season, he was awarded the Gold Glove and Platinum Glove Award in 2021 and was given the title of Astros team's MVP.
<h2 class="jsx-3677412058">Carlos Correa 2021 Net Worth and Endorsements</h2>
According to <a href="https://wealthygorilla.com/carlos-correa-net-worth/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Wealthy Gorilla</a>, Carlos Correa's net worth in 2021 is $7 million. Correa earned $11.7 million as a salary from the Astros this season. While his earnings after seven MLB seasons with Houston were $26.84 million, including the $4.8 million Houston paid him in 2012 as a signing bonus. He has an endorsement deal with Adidas, signed in 2016.
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<td>Age</td>
<td>27</td>
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<td>Nationality</td>
<td>Puerto Rican</td>
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<td>Team</td>
<td>Free Agent</td>
</tr>
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<td>Net Worth</td>
<td>$7million</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Endorsements</td>
<td>Adidas</td>
</tr>
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<td>Height</td>
<td>1.93 m</td>
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<td>Weight</td>
<td>99kg</td>
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<td>Marital Status</td>
<td>Married</td>
</tr>
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</table>
<h2 class="jsx-3677412058">How to contact Carlos Correa?</h2>
Instagram- <a href="https://www.instagram.com/teamcjcorrea/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="noopener">@teamcjcorrea</a>

Twitter- <a href="https://twitter.com/teamcjcorrea?lang=en" target="_blank" rel="noopener">@TeamCJCorrea </a>

Carlos Correa

Carlos Correa 2021: Net Worth, Salary, and Endorsements 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 Carlos Correa is a Puerto Rican professional baseball shortstop, and is currently a free agent, on a lookout for his future team. Before entering free agency, Carlos has given his entire MLB career to date to the Houston Astros. In 2021, he helped his former team, the Houston Astros, reach the World Series. While the team could not win the title, Correa&#8217;s glories and outing in 2021 made him one of the top shortstops on the market. Oct 12, 2021; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Houston Astros shortstop Carlos Correa (1) reacts after hitting a two-run RBI double against the Chicago White Sox during the third inning in game four of the 2021 ALDS at Guaranteed Rate Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-USA TODAY Sports | Courtesy Reuters Carlos Correa&#8217;s Baseball Career Carlos Correa started his journey in baseball at a very young age. Born in Puerto Rico, Carlos often used to play catch near his house, and a neighbor saw his talent when he was just five years old, and suggested his parents enroll him into the youth league. Correa then started his baseball career as the first baseman. His father contributed a lot to his young career and trained him whenever he got the time for it. Carlos was just 17-year-old when he was drafted in the 2012 Major League Baseball draft. In June he was picked by the Houston Astros team. This achievement made him the highest-selected player to be drafted directly from a Puerto Rican high school. However, he did not make his Major League debut until 2015. In his maiden season itself, Carlos was awarded the &#8216;American League Rookie of the Year&#8217; award. Further going forward in his career, in 2016, he became the youngest player in Astros&#8217; history to hit a home run on Opening Day. In 2017, he clinched the World Series title with his heroics and team&#8217;s performance. While he also faced the hardships of injury and crit sims in his career, Carlos and his statistics speak for his astonishing outing as one of the best shortstops in baseball. Carlos Correa&#8217;s incredible 2021 MLB season During the 2021 season, Carlos reached many career heights on the field. In 2021, Correa became the first Astros&#8217; shortstop to ever record over 100 runs in a season. Oct 15, 2021; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros shortstop Carlos Correa (1) congratulates second baseman Jose Altuve (27) after he scored against the Boston Red Sox during the first inning in game one of the 2021 ALCS at Minute Maid Park. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports The 27-year-old batted 279/.366/.485 with 104 runs, 26 home runs, and 92 RBIs. Notably, he appeared in 148 games this season, his career highest in any season. Remarkably, courtesy of his performance in the season, he was awarded the Gold Glove and Platinum Glove Award in 2021 and was given the title of Astros team&#8217;s MVP. Carlos Correa 2021 Net Worth and Endorsements According to Wealthy Gorilla, Carlos Correa&#8217;s net worth in 2021 is $7 million. Correa earned $11.7 million as a salary from the Astros this season. While his earnings after seven MLB seasons with Houston were $26.84 million, including the $4.8 million Houston paid him in 2012 as a signing bonus. He has an endorsement deal with Adidas, signed in 2016.  Age 27  Nationality Puerto Rican  Team Free Agent  Net Worth $7million  Endorsements Adidas  Height 1.93 m  Weight 99kg  Marital Status Married  How to contact Carlos Correa? Instagram- @teamcjcorrea Twitter- @TeamCJCorrea 

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