The Houston Astros traded for Carlos Correa from the Minnesota Twins, making one of the more heartwarming deals at the deadline. But, such an incredible reunion almost didn't happen, according to ESPN MLB insider Jeff Passan.

This article was originally published on www.si.com/mlb/astros as MLB Executive Believes Astros Fans Rejuvenated by Carlos Correa Reunion. The Houston Astros accomplished most of what they set out to do ahead of the MLB trade deadline this year.

According to MLB.com's Brian McTaggart, the Astros traded for shortstop Carlos Correa in a deal with the Minnesota Twins. Bob Nightengale of USA Today reported the Twins will pay $33 million of the remaining $103.42 million on Correa's contract.