One Astro that is pumped about his former teammate returning to the team is second baseman Jose Altuve, who responded to the news with a post on his Instagram story of a graphic of Correa pointing to his wrist, saying, "it's time," followed by two clock emojis.

The Houston Astros' clubhouse was energized Friday as players welcomed back Carlos Correa, then raved about his abilities with the bat and glove as well as with his leadership.

"I never thought this would happen or there was a chance for this to happen," Correa said before hitting cleanup Friday at Fenway Park.