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Carlos Correa’s Ankle Recovery Surges Ahead, and He Won’t Rule Out a 2026 Return for Astros

Carlos Correa has begun light on-field baseball activity and a running progression after season-ending ankle surgery in May, the Astros said.

  • On Saturday, Houston Astros star infielder Carlos Correa resumed light on-field baseball activity and running drills following ankle surgery, not ruling out a potential return this season.
  • Correa underwent season-ending ankle surgery on May 11 after an injury sustained in the batting cage, with medical staff initially projecting a recovery timeline of six to eight months.
  • Before the injury, Correa batted.279 with 34 hits, three home runs, and 16 RBIs in 32 games, stating that recent team success "definitely motivates me even more to go out there."
  • Manager Joe Espada said Saturday that Correa is "ahead of schedule" but acknowledged he still faces a long path before returning to active duty.
  • The Astros have vaulted into first place in the American League West after winning nine of their last 10 games, providing Correa additional motivation to accelerate his comeback timeline.
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Carlos Correa’s ankle recovery surges ahead, and he won’t rule out a 2026 return for Astros

Carlos Correa’s recovery from surgery to repair a torn ankle tendon is progressing quicker than expected and the Houston Astros’ star infielder didn’t rule out a return this season.

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