The Houston Astros decided to bring back a familiar face in Carlos Correa on Thursday before MLB’s trade deadline. Houston’s decision to reunite with the veteran infielder is earning praise from MLB Network’s Steve Phillips.

The Houston Astros are expected to be active as the MLB trade deadline nears, but one top target could be slipping out of their reach. ESPN's Jeff Passan reported on Wednesday that the Astros have expressed interest in bringing back former star Correa,

According to MLB.com's Brian McTaggart, the Astros traded for shortstop Carlos Correa in a deal with the Minnesota Twins. Bob Nightengale of USA Today reported the Twins will pay $33 million of the remaining $103.42 million on Correa's contract.