Early Life and Education of Carlos Correa: A Complete Timeline

An overview of the childhood and early education of Carlos Correa, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.

Carlos Correa is a Puerto Rican professional baseball player, currently a shortstop and third baseman for the Houston Astros in MLB. He was drafted first overall by the Astros in 2012. Before returning to Houston, Correa also played for the Minnesota Twins. He is a prominent figure in Major League Baseball.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

September 22, 1994: Carlos Correa Jr. born

On September 22, 1994, Carlos Javier Correa Oppenheimer Jr. was born in Puerto Rico.

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1998: Hurricane Georges damages family home

In 1998, Hurricane Georges caused heavy damage to Carlos Correa's family's house in Barrio Velázquez, Puerto Rico. This forced his father to take several odd jobs, but he continued training Correa Jr. on a daily basis.

2010: Participation in Perfect Game BCS Finals and WWBA PG Underclassman World Championships

In 2010, Carlos Correa participated in the Perfect Game BCS Finals and the WWBA PG Underclassman World Championships.

2011: Perfect Game Showcases and Aflac-PG All-American Game

In 2011, Carlos Correa appeared at the PG BCS Under-18 Finals and East Coast Professional Showcase. His performance at the PG World and National Showcases promoted him to the top of his class, earning him a spot in the Aflac-PG All-American Game, where he was named Rawlings' Defensive Player of the Year. He closed the year with an appearance in the PG WBAA World Championships.

2014: Ankle Surgery

Carlos Correa had surgically repaired his right ankle in 2014 after an injury.

2016: Girlfriend Miss Texas USA

After winning the 2017 World Series, Carlos Correa proposed to his girlfriend, Miss Texas USA 2016 Daniella Rodriguez.

2017: Proposed to Daniella Rodriguez

After winning the 2017 World Series, Carlos Correa proposed to his girlfriend, Miss Texas USA 2016 Daniella Rodriguez.

2017: Hurricane Relief Efforts

In 2017, Carlos Correa was involved in charity work, helping children in Houston after Hurricane Harvey and his hometown in Puerto Rico after Hurricane Maria.