HOUSTON — Houston Astros infielder Carlos Correa announced Wednesday that he will undergo season-ending surgery after suffering a torn tendon in his left ankle.
The injury occurred Tuesday during batting practice before Houston’s matchup with the Los Angeles Dodgers. Correa was taking routine swings in the batting cage when the injury happened.
“I was hitting in the cage, normal day, feeling great,” he said. “I went through my whole routine, took a swing and just felt a pop. It just completely snapped on me and then I fell to the ground and couldn’t put weight on it.”
The 31-year-old was seen Wednesday morning at the stadium using crutches and wearing a walking boot after consulting with a foot specialist. Correa indicated he plans to get additional medical opinions before moving forward with the surgical procedure.
According to Correa, the injury involves a “complete tear” and doctors expect his rehabilitation to last between six and eight months.
The setback adds to Houston’s lengthy injury list this season, which most recently included catcher Yainer Diaz being placed on the injured list Tuesday due to an oblique strain.
Correa returned to the Astros organization following a major trade from Minnesota last summer. While he primarily played third base during his first season back with Jeremy Peña handling shortstop duties, Correa has been filling in at shortstop recently due to Peña’s hamstring injury.
This season, Correa has posted a .279 batting average along with three home runs and 16 RBIs.
