Houston Astros lose World Series champion to season ending injury
Can things get any worse for the Houston Astros in the 2026 MLB season? According to reports, star infielder Carlos Correa will undergo season-ending surgery after suffering a torn tendon in his left ankle—another major setback in what has already been a disastrous 2026 campaign. Correa was scratched from a recent game before the severity of the situation became clear.
He was later seen in the clubhouse on crutches and confirmed that he suffered a torn tendon in his left ankle—an injury that will require surgery and sideline him for six to eight months. Notably, this is not the same ankle that raised red flags during past free agency negotiations, making this a completely separate—and unfortunate—incident. MORE: Minnesota Twins star might have avoided serious injury after being forced to leave game Apr 25, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros shortstop Carlos Correa (1) hits a double during the first inning against the New York Yankees at Daikin Park.
Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images Another Major Loss for Houston Correa’s absence is just the latest in a growing list of problems. The Astros are already dealing with injuries to key contributors, including: Josh Hader Hunter Brown Jeremy Peña Combined with earlier setbacks, the roster has been hit hard, and it shows. Houston currently sits at 15–22, one of the worst records in baseball.
The biggest issue? Pitching. Team ERA: 5.
65 (worst in MLB) Bullpen ERA: 6. 20 (worst in MLB) Rotation ERA: 5. 13 (near the bottom of the league) Even more alarming, the Astros aren’t just struggling—they’re well behind the rest of the league.