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.

The Astros have a stellar shortstop in All-Star Jeremy Pena, so Correa has agreed to play third base. He was at the position against Boston on Friday and batting in the cleanup spot.