Carlos Correa’s prospective team, the New York Mets may face formidable opposition. The Twins, who signed Correa in the offseason have emerged as serious bidders as their deal with the prominent shortstop is still uncertain.
In a statement to the New York Post, Jon Heyman said:
“Following the discovery of Correa’s previous ankle injury in the Mets’ medical a few days before Christmas. The Twins have been waiting on the sidelines for the past two-plus weeks to see if an opportunity presented itself. The Twins’ negotiations with Correa’s camp, though, finally seemed to be moving forward.”
Heyman added to Correa’s negotiations
“The guy who the Twins signed to a record-breaking $105.3 million, three-year deal with two opt-outs a year ago still has the Twins’ interest. Correa was seen by Twins physicians at the end of the season.
“They are better acquainted with him than most because he played for the team from 2022 until his opt-out, which set off one of the most intriguing free-agent sagas ever. At one time this winter, the Twins were thought to be in line for a 10-year agreement worth roughly $280M.”
Prior to canceling the $350 million contract with the shortstop due to health issues, the San Francisco Giants signed him. Although the Mets swooped in, they might be compelled to withdraw due to worries.
He was signed by the Twins last season, so they were undoubtedly also aware of the health issues.
What may a third deal involving Carlos Correa look like?
If his contract with the New York Mets also falls through, there is a good chance the next offer will be less than what the Mets are willing to give. They made him a 12-year offer for $325 million.
It’s possible that a similar offer may be made again since the Minnesota Twins previously gave him $280 million over 10 seasons. But now that the whole story is out, even that offer might be reduced.
Even if it’s not totally his fault, Carlos Correa has lost out on millions of dollars this offseason. How much lower can the price go? Even if Correa does sign with the Mets, it is unlikely that the initial $325 million agreement will remain in place.
This strange and unprecedented drama may eventually come to an end, but it may not be a happy one for the Mets.
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