The Carlos Correa saga is likely going to define the 2022 off-season. The shortstop has run his Astros contract to its end and will make his free agency decision this off season. And Correa is gearing up to deal get the best deal that he can. If free agency is your war, your agent is your armor and Correa is getting the best that he can. Hiring super agent Scott Boras will only up the deal that Correa was ever going to get.
Carlos Correa has put himself in exactly the right position in 2022. Coming off a stellar performance season and possibly in his prime for the next few years, he is definitely one of the top targets for teams. And with big market teams like the Cubs and Yankees interested, Correa could well be in for a windfall.
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Carlos Correa hires Scott Boras
Correa has reportedly hired super agent Scott Boras to negotiate his new contract. And while the shortstop will look to secure the bag with his contract, Boras will likely look to make that as lucrative as possible.
Carlos Correa has hired Scott Boras to represent him, a source confirms. Boras negotiated Corey Seager’s 10-year, $325 million deal with the Texas Rangers, among many others.
— Chandler Rome (@Chandler_Rome) January 19, 2022
Speaking as to reports from other sources too, Correa has switched representation during the lockout. This likely done with the objective of securing the highest level of representation in a deal that will likely define Correa’s career trajectory. When specifically asked about the change in representation however, Correa chose not to comment and referred to his statement instead.
I followed up and asked Correa why he chose to change representation during the lockout. He said he preferred not to answer any questions and referred to his statement.
— Jeff Passan (@JeffPassan) January 19, 2022
Fans however expressed excitement at the prospect. With Boras being responsible for a lot of the blockbuster deals across the MLB, Correa looks nailed on for a bumper contract.
Scott Boras:
Gerrit Cole: 9-years, $324M/10-years, $360M.
Stephen Strasburg: 7-years, $240M.
Anthony Rendon: 7-years, $245M.
Corey Seager: 10-years, $320M.
Marcus Semien: 7-years, $175M.Now we await Carlos Correa.
— Darius Glover (@GloverDarius) January 19, 2022
The prospective destinations
Correa has been linked with a whole host of teams for his decision this off season but a few jump off as being realistic. The New York Yankees, Chicago Cubs, and the LA Dodgers have all surfaced as potential destinations.
Carlos Correa hiring Scott Boras helps his chances of being a Yankee. pic.twitter.com/ELlLhyx6mp
— Doug Rush (@TheDougRush) January 19, 2022
With the Yankees harboring a gap at shortstop in their roster it might well be an ideal destination for Correa. However, the Yankee faithful may yet have to wait to see Correa in pinstripes for the contract valuation.
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Correa too will likely be a eyeing a deal similar to Seager. A 10 year commitment with finances in the range of $300 million or more. And while the Yankees aren’t one to shy away from just the price tag, it is believed that they would rather invest in re-signing Aaron Judge or even go for a stop gap shortstop while their farm system delivers.
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The Cubs too are in contention for the signing, however it remains to be seen if the term of the contract is something that the parties can come to an agreement on.
In any case, Correa has delivered for the Astros repeatedly and in spectacular fashions and most teams would love to boast him on their roster. The 2021 Platinum Glove Winner had a superb defensive differential for the 2021 season. And Correa is no pushover from home plate either, registering 26 homeruns and 92 RBIs in 555 at-bats.
