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The New York Mets remain stuck in a tense holding pattern as MLB Free Agency rolls on, and the next trade debate has already taken shape. Willson Contreras and Christian Walker sit at the center of it.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / December 11

Could Astros Be on Verge of Trading Either Christian Walker or Isaac Paredes?

The Houston Astros had several tasks to check off this offseason, and they've slowly been chipping away at their list. After missing the playoffs for the first time in nearly a decade, the franchise lost quite a bit of credibility.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / December 10

Astros Reportedly Receiving Low Trade Interest in Slugger with Ugly Contract

The Houston Astros entered the offseason with the goal of improving upon a bit of a mess of a season, which saw them miss the playoffs for the first time in close to a decade.

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Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 10

Astros receiving 'minimal' interest in Christian Walker

The Astros kicked off the offseason by downplaying the idea that they would consider dealing away either third baseman Isaac Paredes or first baseman Christian Walker to clear the infield logjam the summer’s Carlos Correa trade created, but more recent reporting has suggested at least some discussions involving Paredes with the Red Sox.

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25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026

The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / December 8

In the Lab: Astros First Base BPO

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MLB News / Crawfish Boxes / November 24

Astros Rumors: Donovan, Gray, Contreras, Walker, Paredes

Here is some of the latest chatter regarding the Houston Astros and the St. Louis Cardinals I have confirmed these discussions with another source close to the Cardinals organization as well.

Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 14

Astros rumors: 2 stars Houston isn’t planning to trade this offseason

The Houston Astros missed the playoffs for the first time in eight seasons in 2025 thanks to a sluggish September. Now, Framber Valdez is a free agent, and there are a lot of questions around the two-time champs.

MLB News / Burn City Sports / November 10

Diamondbacks should resist reunion with Christian Walker

PHOENIX — The Houston Astros are considering putting first baseman Christian Walker on the trading block, raising the question of whether a reunion with the Arizona Diamondbacks could be on the horizon.

Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / October 25

Three questions facing the Houston Astros this offseason

With the Astros having plenty of holes on the roster, there is plenty of work to be done this offseason.

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MLB News / Angels Nation / September 29

Walker Belts Two Homers as Astros Top Angels 6-1 After Playoff Elimination

Christian Walker hit two home runs and the Houston Astros defeated the Los Angeles Angels 6-1 on Saturday night, just hours after being eliminated from postseason contention.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 28

Astros beat Angels despite elimination from playoff contention

Christian Walker hit a pair of solo home runs on Saturday to help the visiting Houston Astros post a 6-1 victory over the Los Angeles Angels on a night that saw Houston eliminated from postseason contention.

Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 14

Astros' Jose Altuve exits game with foot discomfort

The Astros removed veteran star Jose Altuve from their win over the Braves in the third inning today due to what the team has termed “right foot discomfort.

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MLB News / Field Level Media / August 29

Free-falling Angels brace for Christian Walker, Astros

The Los Angeles Angels will try to bounce back from a shellacking when they play the opener of a four-game series against the host Houston Astros on Friday night.

MLB News / Field Level Media / August 28

Christian Walker blasts two homers, including game-winner in win over Rockies

Christian Walker's second home run of the game broke a tie in the eighth inning and gave the host Houston Astros a 4-3 win over the Colorado Rockies on Thursday.

Houston Astros News / Last Word On Sports / August 26

Christian Walker’s Resurgence Breaks The Astros Out Of Their Offensive Woes

The Houston Astros came into Baltimore for a four-game series against the Orioles, riding one of the worst offensive slumps in team history. The Astros had lost their last four games, with a combined score of 2-30.

Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / August 23

Christian Walker’s late homer powers Astros past Orioles in slugfest

Christian Walker's two-run, tiebreaking home run in the seventh inning helped rescue the Houston Astros after they squandered a big lead, winning 9-8 against the host Baltimore Orioles on Saturday night.

Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / August 7

Astros need this player to keep up the pace

The Astros have been scuffling as of late, seeing their American League West Division lead shrink to two games.

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MLB News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / July 21

Christian Walker Breaks Silence on Diamondbacks Departure

The Arizona Diamondbacks' three-game series with the Houston Astros brings notable reunion. Former Diamondbacks' Gold Glover and long-tenured first baseman Christian Walker makes his return to Chase Field.

Houston Astros News / Athlon Sports / July 10

Astros Make Christian Walker Announcement Amid Losing Streak

Veteran first baseman Christian Walker is back, and he's ready to help the Houston Astros end their three-game losing streak. Houston activated Walker from the paternity list before this weekend's matchup with the rival Texas Rangers.

Houston Astros News / Athlon Sports / July 7

Astros Announce Christian Walker News After Dodgers Sweep

First baseman Christian Walker is in his 11th major-league season and first with the Houston Astros. Originally drafted by the Baltimore Orioles in the fourth round of the 2012 MLB Draft, Walker debuted in 2014.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 1

Astros' Walker continues his torment of former NL West foe

Astros' Christian Walker continues his torment of former NL West foe

It didn't take long for Christian Walker to rediscover his swing in one of his favorite MLB ballparks to be a hitter.

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Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / May 25

Watch: Player with fitting name lifts Astros to walk-off win

The Houston Astros defeated the Seattle Mariners in dramatic fashion on Sunday, and it was a player with a fitting name who delivered the game-winning hit.

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Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / December 23

Astros sign 1B Christian Walker to 3-year deal

The Houston Astros found the slugging first baseman they desired, landing Christian Walker on a three-year contract, the team announced Monday. Multiple outlets reported the contract is worth $60 million.