The Astros were in talks to add a frontline starter but a deal didn't materialize. However, there are other internal options.

The Houston Astros and Minnesota Twins pulled off a trade deadline stunner on Thursday, agreeing to a swap that will send longtime shortstop Carlos Correa (and a significant amount of money) back to his Texas roots.

The Houston Astros reportedly acquired a familiar face ahead of the 2025 MLB trade deadline. According to MLB.com's Brian McTaggart, the Astros traded for shortstop Carlos Correa in a deal with the Minnesota Twins. Correa will play third base in Houston to replace the injured Isaac Paredes, per Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic.

Carlos Correa is headed back to Houston. The Twins dealt the star shortstop to the Astros ahead of Thursday’s trade deadline, according to The Post’s Jon Heyman. Correa, who waived his no-trade clause, is expected to play third base with Isaac Paredes injured, Heyman reported.

Jose Altuve ties a career high with four hits, including a three-run homer, leading the Houston Astros to a 9-1 victory over the Washington Nationals

The Houston Astros' offense had its second good game in a row and Jose Altuve had his 41st four-hit game to beat Washington before trade deadline.