Crane has long remained a fan of Correa, to whom he offered a five-year, $160 million contract after the 2021 season. After Correa rejected it and signed with the Twins, Crane took the rare step of issuing a statement thanking Correa and his wife, Daniella, for their contributions to the city and franchise.

An intriguing MLB trade deadline possibility has bubbled up as Thursday draws near: a Carlos Correa reunion with the Houston Astros. The Astros, presently perched atop the American League West standings and in the mix for best record in the AL,

The Houston Astros are expected to be active as the MLB trade deadline nears, but one top target could be slipping out of their reach.

Astros writer Michael Schwab took to X on Wednesday night, saying, "The Astros are in talks with Miami about trading for starting pitcher Sandy Alcantara, per people familiar with the matter. Nothing is imminent, but both sides are serious and interested."

There's reportedly a growing expectation that Miami Marlins starting pitcher Sandy Alcantara will be on the move before Thursday's trade deadline.