Less than halfway through his six-year, $200 million contract — amid an epic sell-off at the trade deadline on Thursday — the Twins dealt Correa, one of the leaders in their clubhouse, back to the Houston Astros, where he began his career, the biggest move on a dark day for the organization.

Carlos Correa is returning to Houston. The Astros reacquired the three-time All-Star shortstop from the Minnesota Twins just before Thursday’s trade deadline.

The Houston Astros have reacquired star shortstop Carlos Correa from the Minnesota Twins, bringing him back to the team where he was crucial in their first World Series win. Correa is expected to bolster the lineup as the Astros aim for a strong season finish and championship goals.