Carlos Correa runs bases as Astros prepare for his return
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 9, 2026, 11:48 PM
Last updated Sep 9, 2026

Houston Astros third baseman Carlos Correa completed a session of base running on Wednesday as he continues his recovery from May ankle surgery. Manager Joe Espada confirmed that Correa is progressing well at the team's minor-league facility in West Palm Beach, Florida. The veteran has already been participating in batting practice and fielding grounders on the field. The organization expects him to face live pitching in the coming days to test his ability to plant on his front foot. Correa has been sidelined since undergoing surgery for a torn peroneus brevis tendon in early May. With 17 games remaining in the regular season, the Astros hold a two-game lead in the American League West and may extend the recovery timeline if the team qualifies for the postseason.
- •Carlos Correa ran the bases Wednesday in Florida as part of his rehab program.
- •Manager Joe Espada expects the third baseman to face live pitching soon.
- •Correa has been out of the lineup since May due to ankle surgery.
- •The Astros lead the American League West with 17 games left to play.
- •Outfielder Brice Matthews begins a rehab assignment with Triple-A Sugar Land on Thursday.
- 11:48 PMYahoo Sports — Houston Astros' Carlos Correa 'progressing well' and will face live pitching soon in rehab work
"Carlos Correa took a significant step by running the bases Wednesday. Facing live pitching is expected next.
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