Christian Walker: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

MLB News / Houston Astros on SI / September 7

Astros Blow Out Rangers, Trim AL West Magic Number for Division Title

The Houston Astros took care of Jacob deGrom and the Texas Rangers, 11-0, on Saturday night and helped their cause in winning the American League West.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / August 29

Two-Homer Game Shows Astros Free Agent Splash Is Finding His Rhythm

The Houston Astros are in a tight race to win the American League West division, and they need every contribution they can possibly get up and down the roster to hold off the Seattle Mariners.

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.

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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 / Crawfish Boxes / August 25

Astros’ batters in the second half

Compare these two offensive slash lines— (BA/OBP/SLG/OPS) wRC+ .240 / .324/ .461 / .785 (wRC+ 122) .258 / .345 / .500 / .845 (wRC+ 133) The top line is Christian Walker’s pre-season projection as developed for Fangraphs’ depth chart.

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.

MLB News / Field Level Media / August 21

Strong start helps Astros snap losing streak vs. Orioles

Christian Walker and Yainer Diaz smacked two-run home runs as the Houston Astros ambushed a pitcher who had baffled them less than a week earlier, defeating the host Baltimore Orioles 7-2 on Thursday night in the opener of a four-game series.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 11

Carlos Correa remains best trade-deadline acquisition

Astros' Carlos Correa shows why he remains the best trade-deadline acquisition

The Houston Astros hit one out of the park. After another sterling performance, third baseman Carlos Correa continues to look like this year's best trade-deadline acquisition.

Cristian Javier returns and wins 2025 debut as Astros trim Red Sox

Astros may have won MLB trade deadline by making this one move

Red Sox All-Star to wait until offseason to discuss contract

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The '2024 MLB strikeout leaders' quiz

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.

Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

The 'MLB players hit by the most pitches in 2019' quiz

Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / July 23

Astros' Christian Walker delivers in ninth vs. D-Backs

Christian Walker singled in the go-ahead run in the ninth inning to punctuate his return to Arizona as the Houston Astros beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 4-3 on Wednesday in Phoenix to complete a three-game sweep.

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.

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Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / July 19

Did Astros Add Any Potential Future Impact Players on Day 2 of of MLB Draft?

While the Houston Astros were more limited in opportunities than most teams in the MLB draft, they managed to add some solid prospects on Day 2. The Astros had the fourth-lowest bonus pool in baseball with $7.18 million at their disposal, and they lost their second-round selection after signing Christian Walker.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 19

Astros agree to deal with first-rounder Xavier Neyens

The Astros reached agreement with first-round pick Xavier Neyens last night, reports Ari Alexander of KPRC 2. The Washington high schooler receives a $4.1225MM bonus that matches the slot value for the 21st selection.

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 / Total Apex Sports / July 5

Houston Astros First Baseman Christian Walker Continues To Dominate the Los Angeles Dodgers

Houston Astros First Baseman Christian Walker has continued to impose his will against the Los Angeles Dodgers. He continued his success on the road against the Dodgers last night.

MLB News / Fastball on SI / July 5

Christian Walker Continues Historic Dominance of Los Angeles Dodgers on July 4

Christian Walker, a former Arizona Diamondbacks standout, clearly enjoyed his trip back to the National League West on Friday. Playing for the Houston Astros against the Los Angeles Dodgers, Walker went 4-for-5 with a home run, three runs scored and four RBIs.

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.

Astros concerned after Yordan Alvarez (hand) has setback

Astros shortstop's breakout season hits snag with injury

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Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 10

Astros dealing with familiar problem at first base

Rather than wait for Nolan Arenado, the Astros instead made a splash on the free agent market by signing Christian Walker to a three-year, $60M contract.

Astros designate former top prospect for assignment

Astros ride road success into home series against White Sox

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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.

Astros starter being evaluated for elbow soreness

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MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / December 11