Correa Targeting 2027 Return After Injury Setback
The Astros shortstop received unwelcome medical news and is now focused on full recovery, effectively shelving any near-term return.

Carlos Correa received news about his injury that he described as not what he wanted to hear. His recovery timeline has been pushed out far enough that his focus has shifted entirely to being healthy for the 2027 season. The development signals Correa is unlikely to contribute meaningfully for Houston in 2026. The Astros will need to plan their roster and lineup without him for the foreseeable future.
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Brice Matthews activated by Astros; Jorge Barrosa designated for assignment
Houston activated outfielder/infielder Brice Matthews from the 60-day IL, per MLB.com's Brian McTaggart, clearing space by designating outfielder Jorge Barrosa for assignment.

Jake Meyers reportedly suffers season-ending knee injury, placed on minor league IL
Astros outfielder Jake Meyers is reportedly done for 2026 after fouling a ball off his left kneecap in the minors, per MLB.com's Brian McTaggart.

Carlos Correa will not return in 2026, Astros manager Joe Espada says
Astros manager Joe Espada said Carlos Correa will not play again this season, per Brian McTaggart, closing the door on a week of cautiously optimistic rehab speculation.

Correa shut down by Astros, ankle injury ends 2026 comeback bid
Houston has officially ended Carlos Correa's attempt to return from an ankle injury, ruling him out for the 2026 season.

Correa shut down by Astros, ankle injury ends 2026 comeback bid
Houston has officially ended Carlos Correa's attempt to return from an ankle injury, ruling him out for the 2026 season.

Verlander on 60-Day IL as Career Appears to Be Ending
The Astros legend sits inactive on the 60-day IL with no return date set, and reports suggest his pitching career is nearly over.
