When Free agency resumed in MLB, Carlos Correa was heavily rumored to sign for the New York Yankees. But, in the end, Correa surprised everyone by signing for the Minnesota Twins for a massive amount. However, the money was not the only issue why the Yankees passed on the star Shortstop. The reason is way bigger and quite obvious for the Yankees to not sign Correa.
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Notably, the two-time All-Star shortstop signed a three-year deal with the Twins for $105.3 million, with an option to opt-out in the first two years of his contract.
The former Houston Astros Shortstop made some shocking and insulting comments about the Hall of Famer, Derek Jeter. The Twins shortstop was very critical of Jeter’s legacy in MLB.
What Correa said about Derek Jeter
The reason the Yankees didn't sign a deal with Correa
Notably, this disrespect to their iconic player must have been one of the reasons why the Yankees decided to not go after Correa. While there is another major factor, the Yankees were not ready for a short-term deal with Correa.