Carlos Correa picked up where he left off in many respects in his return to the Astros. One new element that excited the three-time All-Star before last month’s blockbuster trade? The chance to play for Houston manager Joe Espada.

This article was originally published on www.si.com as Carlos Correa Received Warm Ovation From Astros Fans in Return to Houston. Carlos Correa made his triumphant return to Daikin Park in Houston Monday after he was traded to the Astros at Major League Baseball's trade deadline.

After winning two of three at the Yankees, the Astros held onto slim lead in AL West and showed signs of an energized offense and rotation.

It started on an inauspicious note, but Cristian Javier's return to the mound ended up being quite encouraging for the Astros.

Everything that happens in and around MLB has some additional context when viewed from a fantasy baseball perspective. From lineup changes to minor league call-ups to injuries and so much more, the news cycle will constantly affect player values in fantasy baseball.