HOUSTON — Carlos Correa is back with the Houston Astros , reuniting one of the franchise’s most iconic players with the city where he became a star.

While Astros fans are more than familiar with Correa, the man behind the blockbuster trade hasn’t met him yet.

“I’ve only known him as an opponent… and I’m just dying to meet this guy,” general manager Dana Brown said Thursday. “I’ve heard so many great things about him and I’ve seen his actions on the field. He brings it every day.”

Correa was dealt to the to the Astros from the dismantled Minnesota Twins ahead of Thursday’s trade deadline , injecting a much-needed boost into their infield.

“This is a big move for the team, for the city, for where we’re going in the future,” Brown said. “We feel like ... he’s just going to bring a lot

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