Carlos Correa's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Carlos Correa.

Carlos Correa is a professional baseball shortstop and third baseman currently playing for the Houston Astros in MLB. Originally drafted first overall by the Astros in 2012, he previously played for the Minnesota Twins. Correa is from Puerto Rico.

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

1914: First Player Since 1914

On July 5, 2015, Carlos Correa became the first player since 1914 to record five games with a minimum of three hits and a home run in 25 plate appearances since his debut.

1991: Jeff Bagwell Rookie of the Year Award

In 1991, Jeff Bagwell won a Rookie of the Year award; Carlos Correa was the first Astro to win the award since Bagwell.

1993: Tied for second-most extra-base hits since the 1993 MLB expansion.

Since the 1993 MLB expansion, Carlos Correa tied for the second-most extra-base hits in the first 20 games.

1994: Ramón Castro's 17th Pick

In 1994, Ramón Castro was the 17th pick, making him the highest-selected player to be drafted directly from a Puerto Rican high school before Carlos Correa.

2011: Perfect Game Appearances

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 earned him a spot in the Aflac-PG All-American Game, where he was named Rawlings' Defensive Player of the Year. He also appeared in the PG WBAA World Championships.

2012: MVP in Víctor Pellot Excellence Tournament

In 2012, Carlos Correa was selected as the MVP in the Víctor Pellot Excellence Tournament. At the 2012 PG World Showcase, he set a PG record with a 97-miles per hour throw across the infield. He also signed with the University of Miami after graduating from the PRBAHS.

2013: Top Prospect and All-Star Selection

In 2013, Carlos Correa was ranked the top prospect in the Astros' farm system, was selected the team's Player of the Month, and became the youngest player selected to play in the 2013 Midwest League All-Star Game. He was also selected by popular vote to complete the World Team in the All-Star Futures Game.

July 5, 2015: First Player Since 1914

On July 5, 2015, Carlos Correa became the first player since 1914 to record five games with a minimum of three hits and a home run in 25 plate appearances since his debut.

October 12, 2015: Playoff Home Run Record

On October 12, 2015, Carlos Correa became the youngest shortstop to hit a home run in playoff competition, and the second youngest player to record a postseason multi-homer game.

November 16, 2015: AL Rookie of the Year

On November 16, 2015, Carlos Correa was recognized as the AL Rookie of the Year by MLB and the Baseball Writers' Association of America (BBWAA).

2015: MLB Debut and Rookie of the Year Award

In 2015, Carlos Correa made his MLB debut with the Houston Astros and won the American League Rookie of the Year Award.

May 2017: AL Player of the Month

In May 2017, Carlos Correa was named the AL Player of the Month, batting .386 with eight doubles, seven home runs, and 26 RBIs.

2017: World Series and All-Star Selection

In 2017, Carlos Correa played in the World Baseball Classic, won the AL Player of the Month Award for May, was named an MLB All-Star, and won the World Series with the Houston Astros.

July 4, 2021: All-Star Game Reserve Selection

On July 4, 2021, Carlos Correa was named as a reserve for the MLB All-Star Game, marking his second career selection. At the time, he ranked fifth in the American League in OPS (.926).