Giants Interview Alyssa Nakken For Manager’s Job
2023/10/giants-interview-alyssa-nakken-for-managers-job.htmlNone of the internal names (bench coach Kai Correa, third base coach Mark Hallberg, adviser and former third base coach Ron Wotus, and catching bullpen coach Craig Albernaz) who have interviewed or are on the radar for interviews have ever managed at the MLB level before, apart from Correa's three games as interim manager this season after Kapler was fired.
Quick Hits: Red Sox, Giants, Lovullo, Angels
2023/10/quick-hits-red-sox-giants-lovullo-angels.htmlFanSided's Robert Murray noted yesterday that Giants bench coach and interim manager Kai Correa has been interviewed for the club's vacant manager seat.
MLBTR Poll: Reviewing The 2022-23 Free Agent Shortstop Class
2023/10/mlbtr-poll-reviewing-the-2022-23-free-agent-shortstop-class.htmlLast offseason's free agent class, while headlined by Yankees slugger Aaron Judge, is perhaps most notable for the quartet of free agent shortstops that stood near the top of the class: Trea Turner, who signed with the Phillies; Xander Bogaerts, who landed in San Diego; Carlos Correa, who returned to the Twins after physical issues scuttled deals in both San Francisco and Queens; and Dansby Swanson, who joined the Cubs.
Twins Notes: Payroll, Free Agents, Offseason Needs
2023/10/twins-notes-payroll-free-agents-offseason-needs.htmlWith Lewis at third base, Carlos Correa at shortstop, Edouard Julien at second, Alex Kirilloff getting most of the first base at-bats, and the versatile Willi Castro and Kyle Farmer around for depth, this might leave Polanco out of playing time, and perhaps out of luck in getting his option exercised.
Coaching Notes: Guardians, Nationals, Twins
2023/10/coaching-notes-guardians-nationals-twins.html"You want baserunners, and you want balls hit on the barrel," he said, "That's what we want, those two things, above anything else." Baldelli also noted that the offense would naturally improve next year with healthy seasons from star hitters Royce Lewis, Byron Buxton, and Carlos Correa, each of whom dealt with injuries throughout the 2023 campaign.
Giants, Athletics Discussed Offseason Trade Involving Sean Murphy, Marco Luciano
2023/10/giants-as-discussed-offseason-trade-involving-sean-murphy-marco-luciano.htmlThe exact timing of the talks with the Athletics were also probably a factor, as the Giants might've been more willing to move Luciano if they'd thought Carlos Correa was joining the roster, yet Correa's 13-year, $350MM agreement with San Francisco ended up falling through due to medical concerns on the Giants' end.
Latest On Giants’ Managerial Search
2023/10/latest-on-giants-managerial-search-3.htmlBench coach and interim manager Kai Correa and longtime former third base coach Ron Wotus are expected to receive interviews, Slusser writes, and catching/bullpen coach Craig Albernaz could also be considered.
Twins Notes: Taylor, Buxton, Correa
2023/10/twins-notes-taylor-buxton-correa.htmlFortunately, the Twins have more clarity regarding shortstop Carlos Correa's path to health this offseason.
Astros, Twins Announce ALDS Rosters
2023/10/astros-twins-announce-alds-rosters.htmlInfielders: Carlos Correa, Kyle Farmer, Edouard Julien, Alex Kirilloff, Royce Lewis, Jorge Polanco, Donovan Solano…
Zaidi: Giants Have Scouted Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Jung Hoo Lee
2023/10/zaidi-giants-have-scouted-yoshinobu-yamamoto-jung-hoo-lee.htmlHowever, it wasn't for lack of try to spend, as the Giants' attempts to sign Aaron Judge and Carlos Correa both didn't materialize, due to Judge re-signing with the Yankees and with the Correa signing seemingly all but finalized before the Giants backed out due to concerns over his physical.
Zaidi: Marco Luciano Will Have “The Chance” To Be Giants’ Everyday Shortstop In 2024
2023/10/zaidi-marco-luciano-will-have-the-chance-to-be-giants-everyday-shortstop-in-2024.htmlWhile the club pursued Carlos Correa in free agency last offseason to take over the reins at short, the club now appears poised to stay internal as they look for their future shortstop.
AL Postseason Injury Notes: Buxton, Raley, Hernández
2023/10/al-postseason-injury-notes-buxton-raley-hernandez.htmlIn happier news, both Royce Lewis and Carlos Correa were named to the postseason roster.
Offseason Outlook: San Francisco Giants
2023/10/offseason-outlook-san-francisco-giants-13.htmlThey agreed to terms with Carlos Correa before the physical led them to nix the agreement.
Coaching Notes: Guardians, Albernaz, Giants, Yankees, Casey, White Sox
2023/10/coaching-notes-guardians-albernaz-giants-yankees-casey-white-sox.htmlSlusser notes that the Giants might interview Albernaz for their own managerial opening, and interim manager Kai Correa and third base coach Mark Hallberg could also be considered.
The Mariners Had An Elite Shortstop In 2023 After All
2023/10/the-mariners-had-an-elite-shortstop-in-2023-after-all.htmlSeattle was widely viewed as a potential landing spot for one of the 2022-23 free agent class's marquee shortstops: Trea Turner, Dansby Swanson, Carlos Correa, and Xander Bogaerts.
Zaidi: Giants Hopeful Of New Managerial Hire By Start Of Free Agency
2023/09/zaidi-giants-hopeful-of-new-managerial-hire-by-start-of-free-agency.htmlBench coach Kai Correa will serve as the interim manager for the final series against the Dodgers.
Byron Buxton Discusses Postseason Availability, Knee Injury
2023/09/byron-buxton-discusses-postseason-availability-knee-injury.htmlThe interview sheds light on the Twins' postseason plans, indicating that Lewis figures to return to the lineup alongside shortstop Carlos Correa, who was previously reported as expected to rejoin the lineup in time for (or before) the postseason.
AL Central Notes: Twins, Baez, Arias
2023/09/al-central-notes-twins-baez-arias.htmlFortunately, as noted by Bobby Nightengale of the Star Tribune, shortstop Carlos Correa, third baseman Royce Lewis, and outfielder Byron Buxton all participated in a simulated game this afternoon as they work their way back for the upcoming playoff run.
The Twins’ Bullpen Is In Good Shape For The Postseason
2023/09/the-twins-bullpen-is-in-good-shape-for-the-postseason.htmlIt will help if Minnesota gets Carlos Correa, and possibly Royce Lewis and Byron Buxton, back in time for the Wild Card series.
AL Injury Notes: Bautista, Mountcastle, Correa, McGuire, Sandoval
2023/09/al-injury-notes-bautista-mountcastle-correa-mcguire-sandoval.htmlThe Twins expect Carlos Correa will be ready to play in the AL Wild Card series, and indeed, it's possible he could be back by the final series of the regular season.
Twins Place Royce Lewis On IL With Hamstring Strain
2023/09/twins-place-royce-lewis-on-il-with-hamstring-strain.htmlIn addition to Lewis, shortstop Carlos Correa was also placed on the injured list this week, with plantar fasciitis being the culprit in his case.
Sean Doolittle Announces Retirement
2023/09/sean-doolittle-announces-retirement.htmlThat includes three shutout frames in the World Series itself, highlighted by Doolittle nailing down a four-out save when he set down Michael Brantley, Alex Bregman, Yuli Gurriel and Carlos Correa in order in a Game 1 victory.
The Opener: Twins, Guerrero, Raley
2023/09/the-opener-twins-guerrero-raley.htmlShortstop Carlos Correa has already been placed on the injured list after playing the bulk of the season with plantar fasciitis in his left foot.
Byron Buxton To Begin Rehab Assignment
2023/09/byron-buxton-to-begin-rehab-assignment.htmlMinnesota is giving Carlos Correa at least a week and a half on the injured list to rest his left foot after playing through plantar fasciitis for the bulk of the season.
Twins Place Carlos Correa On Injured List
2023/09/twins-carlos-correa-injured-list-plantar-fasciitis.html10:17am: Bench coach/interim manager Jayce Tingler (Rocco Baldelli is away from the club after his wife recently gave birth -- to twins, no less) and head trainer Nick Paparesta told reporters that they're confident Correa will be ready for the beginning of the postseason (via Bobby Nightengale of the Minneapolis Star Tribune).