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Astros infielder Carlos Correa says doctor halted his comeback attempt after ankle surgery
Correa will rest and get further imaging after his doctor said a return now could leave him unready for spring training.
Houston manager Joe Espada announced Tuesday that Carlos Correa will not return this season, ending the infielder's comeback attempt from left ankle surgery.
A doctor determined the tendon was not mature enough to support playing, warning that pushing for a return could jeopardize Correa's readiness for next season.
Correa participated in live batting practice but experienced inflammation for two to three days while attempting to rejoin the Astros against Tampa Bay.
Addressing reporters Friday, Correa said, "I don't feel comfortable with this," confirming the doctor advised against playing for the time being.
Correa expects to be 100% by spring training with no limitations and will undergo another MRI in two months to monitor recovery progress.