A trickle of deals turned into a flood on Thursday as the Twins traded eight players from their Major League roster in seven trades, completing a drastic reshaping of the franchise’s direction. The headline deal was the move of star infielder Carlos Correa to the Astros,

Carlos Correa is returning to Houston. The Astros reacquired the three-time All-Star shortstop from the Minnesota Twins just before Thursday’s trade deadline.

The Houston Astros have reacquired star shortstop Carlos Correa from the Minnesota Twins, bringing him back to the team where he was crucial in their first World Series win. Correa is expected to bolster the lineup as the Astros aim for a strong season finish and championship goals.