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On YouTubeHouston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / January 23
Christian Walker and Isaac Paredes Mysteriously Absent From Astros Fan Fest
The Houston Astros fan fest is scheduled to be on Saturday, January 24th. Fans all across Houston can join in on the festivities by purchasing a Daikin Park ticket and arrive at the park, with the possibility of being on the field, playing catch, batting cages, a player Q&A with the kids, and taking pictures with the players.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / January 22
Astros Considered To Have Two Most Overpaid Infielders in Major Leagues
The Houston Astros are looking to bounce back into the postseason this year after coming up short in 2025. Their woes during their last campaign were largely attributed to persistent visits to the injured list, but individual performances seemed to dip quite low.
MLB News / Crawfish Boxes / January 14
Padres Missed on Arenado, Could Astros Walker Be a Fit? 
Earlier today, it was announced that the Arizona Diamondbacks had traded for Cardinals’ third baseman Nolan Arenado. The Cardinals are eating $31M of the $42M left on the remaining two years of Arenado’s deal.
The 'MLB active doubles leaders' quiz
How many of the active MLB players with 300 or more doubles in their career can you name in five minutes?
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / January 4
Astros Slugger Eyes Redemption Following Disappointing Debut in Houston
The Houston Astros missed the playoffs for the first time since 2016 last season despite finishing with an 87-75 record. While several players did their part all season long, some were slow out of the gate, which somewhat held them back.
The 20 most significant MLB Rule 5 draftees
The Rule 5 draft, held annually at the winter meetings in December, never garners much fanfare, but it has been known to yield some noteworthy transactions.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / January 2
Here’s Why Astros May Have to Trade Infielder After Tatsuya Imai Deal
The Houston Astros stunned much of baseball by managing to land pitcher Tatsuya Imai on New Year’s Day. By landing the Japanese free agent, the Astros have fortified their rotation in a way that Ryan Weiss and Mike Burrows, their other offseason acquisitions, likely won’t.
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 / 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.
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 / Houston Astros on SI / October 29
Astros May Look to Move On From Struggling Star in Offseason Blockbuster Trade
The Houston Astros fell short of the postseason this year for the first time since 2016, putting the final death blow into their run of domination over the American League after falling in the Wild Card round a year ago.
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.
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 / 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.
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.
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 / 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.
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' 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.
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.
Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / March 5
Astros 1B Christian Walker (oblique) scratched from lineup
Houston Astros first baseman Christian Walker was ruled out of Wednesday's spring training game against the St. Louis Cardinals because of left oblique soreness.
MLB News / Burn City Sports / January 8, 2025
Diamondbacks acquire Astros infielder after losing Christian Walker
Seeing longtime first baseman Christian Walker sign with the Houston Astros a few weeks ago, the Arizona Diamondbacks have completed a trade with the Astros for one of their infielders.
Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / December 23, 2024
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.
MLB News / Bluejaysnation / December 20, 2024
The Astros sign Christian Walker to a three-year deal
A team in the American League got better on Friday afternoon. According to multiple sources, the Houston Astros have signed first baseman Christian Walker to a three-year, $60 million deal.
MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / December 11, 2024
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, 2024
Astros interested in three-time Gold Glove-winning first baseman
The club has to consider backup plans for the event Bregman gets away.
Arizona Diamondbacks News / Just Baseball / November 26, 2024
Top Landing Spots for Free Agent Christian Walker
We’re just weeks away from the MLB Winter Meetings, and the free agent hot stove is starting to warm up. The focus of the offseason has undoubtedly been centered around the big names, with conversations surrounding the Juan Soto sweepstakes and Roki Sasaki’s free agent suitors dominating the headlines at the moment.
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