Overview

• Correa made his first major-league start at third base in early August and reported feeling fresher after nine innings than he did at shortstop.
• Manager Joe Espada and third-base coach Tony Perezchica point to his elite arm strength and high baseball IQ as reasons for a smooth adjustment to the hot corner.
• Since rejoining Houston at the trade deadline, Correa is batting .266 with eight home runs, 32 RBIs and a .708 OPS in 2025 action.
• His shift to third base adds depth to an infield that has helped the Astros build a three-game lead in the AL West.
• Correa says he had contemplated the move for two years to protect his body and sees it as key to prolonging a decorated career.