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On YouTubeHouston 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.
The 'Multiple 100-RBI MLB seasons' quiz
29 active players knocked in 100 or more runs in a season more than once. How many of the 29 can you name in five minutes?
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 / Houston Astros on SI / July 14
Astros Add Two Much-Needed Power Bats in Day 1 of 2025 MLB Draft
The Houston Astros must have walked away from the first day of the 2025 MLB draft with their heads held high after they added two intriguing power bats to bolster their lacking farm system.
Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / July 13
Diamondbacks Take RHP Patrick Forbes With 29th Pick in Draft
The Arizona Diamondbacks chose college right-hander Patrick Forbes out of Louisville with their compensation round, 29th overall draft pick on Sunday. The pick was awarded to Arizona due to the Houston Astros signing Christian Walker, who had rejected a qualifying offer.
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 / Houston Astros on SI / July 10
Astros Reinstate Veteran Slugger From Paternity List, Demote Young Infielder
Despite not having a game on Thursday, the Houston Astros have announced a change to their roster. As shared by Chandler Rome of The Athletic on X, the Astros are reinstating veteran first baseman Christian Walker from the paternity list.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / July 8
Astros Star Infielder Jeremy Peña Still Not Cleared for Baseball Activity
The Houston Astros have had an exceptional 2025 season all-around, and it has been backed by many individual performances that have come together for one strong unit.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / July 7
Astros Slugger Christian Walker Made Unique MLB History in Triumph Over Dodgers
The Houston Astros made a major statement over the weekend with a dominating sweep over the defending World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers in their own building.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / July 7
Astros Officially Call Up Kenedy Corona, Place Christian Walker on Paternity List
The Houston Astros announced a few roster shuffles today ahead of their matchup with the Cleveland Guardians, one of which was life changing. 25-year-old outfielder Kenedy Corona has been called up from Triple-A Sugar Land and is set to make his Major League debut after spending roughly five seasons in the minors working towards this moment.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 5
Shohei Ohtani delivered some nasty pitches in brief, but dominant start
Shohei Ohtani made his fourth start for the Los Angeles Dodgers on Saturday night as he continues to work his way back from last year's Tommy John surgery.
Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 5
Astros’ Joe Espada explains Christian Walker’s success vs. Dodgers
The Houston Astros delivered one of the most dominant performances of the MLB season on Friday, and Christian Walker was right in the middle of it. In an 18-1 rout of the Los Angeles Dodgers, the first baseman went 4-for-5 with a homer and four RBIs—continuing his unreal stretch at Dodger Stadium.
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.
Houston Astros News / Just Baseball / July 4
Astros notebook: Christian Walker surge, Jeremy Pena injury, more
DENVER — Strolling back into Coors Field was a needed tonic for some of the ills that have befallen Christian Walker in his first year with the Houston Astros.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 1
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.
MLB News / Yardbarker / June 17
Three of the most disappointing MLB players of the 2025 season
As the MLB season approaches its halfway point, these struggling stars will either turn their play around or risk posting career-worst seasons.
Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / June 11
Christian Walker powers Astros to 10-2 win over White Sox
Christian Walker finished a triple shy of the cycle and drove in a season-high four runs as the Houston Astros slugged past the visiting Chicago White Sox 10-2 on Wednesday.
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.
Athletics News / Field Level Media / May 28
Astros 1B Christian Walker hit by pitch on hand; X-rays negative
Houston first baseman Christian Walker was hit by a pitch on his right hand during Wednesday's home game, and X-rays came back negative, manager Joe Espada said after the Astros' 5-3 win over the Athletics.
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.
MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / December 11
Yankees showing interest in three-time Gold Glove winner
He made $10.9 million last season but figures to have his pay doubled in free agency.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 5
Astros interested in three-time Gold Glove-winning first baseman
The club has to consider backup plans for the event Bregman gets away.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 10
First baseman Christian Walker drawing interest from 'at least six teams'
“At least six teams…plan to aggressively pursue” free agent first baseman Christian Walker.
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