Carlos Correa wasn’t going to waive his no-trade clause for any other team. “My wife hates the cold,” the 2017 World Series champion said before making his Astros return in Friday night’s game against the Boston Red Sox.

Correa signed a six-year, $200 million contract with the Minnesota Twins before the 2023 season began. He was part of the Twins' first playoff series win in 21 years, and an obvious leader in the clubhouse. But with the team in fire sale mode, it suddenly made sense for him to return to his old stomping ground.

Major League Baseball's trade deadline brought plenty of chaos Thursday, with dozens of deals capping a frenetic 24 hours.