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With Giants Deal Scuttled, Carlos Correa Will Join the Mets

The star infielder agreed to terms on a 12-year, $315 million contract with the Mets after his agreement with San Francisco fell apart, reportedly over a medical concern.

Carlos Correa is a two-time All-Star shortstop who would presumably move to third base with the Mets.Credit...Carmen Mandato/Getty Images

In a stunning turn of events, Carlos Correa, a star free agent shortstop, walked away from a 13-year, $350 million contract agreement with the San Francisco Giants late Tuesday and is now expected to join the Mets instead, on a 12-year deal for $315 million.