All That Chatter About Carlos Correa For What?

Remember back in early January when the rumor mill went absolutely bananas with talk about Carlos Correa possibly landing with the Yankees? Yeah, that was wild. My source? None other than Pete Caldera, a dude who doesn’t mess around when it comes to reporting. If Caldera’s saying it, you better believe I’m paying attention.

I even wrote about it over at Bleeding Yankee Blue in a piece titled A BIG CARLOS CORREA NUGGET JUST DROPPED IN MY LAP. I said:

“According to Caldera’s report in NorthJersey.com, the Yankees might be willing to part with three of their top six prospects—George Lombard Jr., Chase Hampton, and Will Warren—to acquire Correa from the struggling Minnesota Twins.”

And then? Well, life happened. The rumors cooled off in the Bronx, and I totally forgot about it. There’s just so much out there—it’s like trying to keep track of a million spinning plates.

Fast forward to now, and I get an email from Raymond, a fellow Yankees fan and BYB reader who’s clearly been holding onto this story tighter than a 3-2 slider with the game on the line. He wrote:

“How’s it going, Casey? Raymond here. I was so hyped when I heard my guy, Carlos Correa, was rumored to be heading to the Yankees. But after Pete Caldera and a few analysts started speculating trade packages, it all went radio silent. Honestly, I think Minnesota’s going to move him eventually, but I have no clue why they haven’t yet. Whenever you can give a random fan some peace of mind, I’d appreciate it.”

Raymond, my guy, here’s the deal: I don’t know. I wish I had a crystal ball, but I don’t and I am sorry about that. What I do know is that ClutchPoints recently gave us a little update. According to them, there was a moment when Correa’s name popped up in Twins trade chatter, but Minnesota shut that down real quick. And Correa himself? He’s unbothered.

He’s got a full no-trade clause, loves Minnesota, and is out here saying stuff like, “I don’t worry about that, brother. I’m not on social media much. I’m with my kids all day. And I love Minnesota. I love the fishing here.”

Fishing! This man is living his best life while we’re over here spinning trade scenarios. 

So, Raymond, for now, that’s where we’re at. If I hear anything new, you’ll be the first to know. Sit tight and keep the faith, my friend.