Free agent Carlos Correa, who recently agreed to a 12-year, $315 million contract with the New York Mets, is set to work through a medical issue with his new team following a physical exam. The Mets confirmed that Correa’s medical revealed that the player is exhibiting the same issues with his right leg that were evident during his time with the San Francisco Giants.
Hours before agreeing to his Mets contract, Correa’s previous deal with the Giants was put on hold after the team expressed concern about the shortstop’s lower right leg. The player underwent surgery on this part of his leg back in 2014 after breaking his fibula during a minor league game.
While the contract between Correa and the Mets has not yet been signed by both parties, it is believed that the Mets are still likely the sign the player despite his injury setback. There is, however, the possibility that the contract will be reworked, either whereby the term will be shortened or his proposed pay rate is reduced.
In over eight seasons in the MLB, Correa has a .836 OPS. As one of four shortstops available on free agency, Correa was expected to earn the most of the four before his deal with the Mets was put on hold.
