Astros general manager James Click told reporters Tuesday the team is still having active conversations with Carlos Correa's representation about a potential contract extension.
The Astros' shortstop, who would become a free agent after this season if a deal is not reached, has said he wants a deal before the season starts so he can focus solely on baseball.
An offer a couple of weeks ago by the Astros for a six-year extension worth about $120 million was flatly rejected by Correa, who called the offer "really low."
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Negotiations stalled, but picked back up over the weekend.
Click did not say whether the two sides are any closer to a deal, but said "We’re going to keep at it.”
Correa, 26, would be the youngest free agent shortstop on the market if he's available. Another potential free agent Francisco Lindor has a similar situation with the New York Mets, who reportedly offered Lindor $325 million over 10 years.