The Houston Astros decided to bring back a familiar face in Carlos Correa on Thursday before MLB’s trade deadline. Houston’s decision to reunite with the veteran infielder is earning praise from MLB Network’s Steve Phillips.

Carlos Correa wasn’t going to waive his no-trade clause for any other team.But when the Twins told him that they would be rebuilding for the rest of the season – and probably beyond – Correa OK’d a deal back to Houston,

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.