Carlos Correa Unable to Secure WBC Insurance, Misses Tournament

Houston Astros infielder Carlos Correa will miss the 2026 World Baseball Classic after failing to secure the necessary insurance coverage, reportedly due to his injury history. His absence, alongside Francisco Lindor's, has caused significant disappointment for Team Puerto Rico. Correa's status as a "chronic" player due to multiple career surgeries made obtaining insurance difficult, prompting MLB and MLBPA to lobby the insurance company for review.