Carlos Correa

Baseball player, 2017 AL Rookie of the Year

Carlos Correa - Baseball player, 2017 AL Rookie of the Year
Born

September 22nd, 1994
30 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Puerto Rico

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This Puerto Rican-American professional baseball player debuted in Major League Baseball (MLB) in 2015. Played for the Houston Astros from 2015 to 2021, contributing significantly to the team's success. Highlighted participation in the Astros' victory in the 2017 World Series. Secured the 2017 American League Rookie of the Year award. After the Astros, signed with the Minnesota Twins in 2022, continuing to demonstrate strong performance.

Won the 2017 World Series with the Houston Astros

Received the 2017 American League Rookie of the Year award

Selected as an All-Star player multiple times

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