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Originally posted on MLB Trade Rumors | By Steve Adams | Last updated 2/25/21
Astros shortstop Carlos Correa is slated to be a member of next year’s historic class of free-agent shortstops, although the former No. 1 overall pick and American League Rookie of the Year has made clear recently that he hopes to remain in Houston beyond the 2021 season.
That’s a feeling that is mutually shared by the organization, as general manager James Click made clear in an appearance on MLB Network Radio on SiriusXM (Twitter link, with audio).
“We want to have some conversations with [Correa] to see if we can line that up so that this is not the last year with the Houston Astros,” Click told hosts Casey Stern and Brad Lidge. “But, you also don’t have to look any further than a guy like J.T. Realmuto, who went into free agency and then eventually re-signed with the original team. So we’re going to put our best foot forward there, and hope
As magnet school lottery opens, McKinley introduces new outdoor learning space
Michele Wilson, magnet coordinator, talks with Aaron Butikofer, 14, as he, Charles Schrader, 14, and Eloise Prince, 13, talk Feb. 22 about the school’s plans to enhance the outdoor spaces at McKinley STEAM Academy in Cedar Rapids. Students are working with administrators and district employees to create an outdoor classroom and public walking trail that will open this fall. (Rebecca F. Miller/The Gazette)
Pollinator zones are part of the landscaping at McKinley STEAM Academy in Cedar Rapids. Students are helping create an outdoor classroom and public walking trail. (Rebecca F. Miller/The Gazette)