In a devastating blow to the Houston Astros, star infielder Carlos Correa announced Wednesday that he will undergo season-ending surgery to repair a torn tendon in his left ankle. The 31-year-old suffered the injury Tuesday while taking swings in the batting cage before a game against the Los Angeles Dodgers.

"I was hitting in the cage, normal day, feeling great," Correa 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 next morning, Correa was seen on crutches and wearing a walking boot at the ballpark after consulting with a foot specialist. He described the injury as a "complete tear" and noted that recovery is expected to take six to eight months. While he plans to seek additional opinions before scheduling the procedure, the prognosis is clear: his 2026 season is over.

This latest setback adds to a challenging season for the Astros, who have been plagued by injuries across the roster. Just Tuesday, catcher Yainer Diaz was placed on the injured list with an oblique issue, further thinning the lineup.

Correa, who returned to Houston last summer in a blockbuster trade from the Minnesota Twins, had been a key contributor this season. He was batting .279 with three home runs and 16 RBIs while splitting time between third base and shortstop. With regular shortstop Jeremy Peña sidelined by a hamstring injury, Correa had recently taken over the position—making this loss even more significant for the club's infield depth.

For Astros fans and fantasy baseball enthusiasts alike, this injury is a tough pill to swallow. As the team navigates an increasingly crowded injured list, all eyes will be on how they adjust their lineup and whether any roster moves are on the horizon.