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On YouTubeHouston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / April 23
Astros 3, Blue Jays 1 
Daikin Park was the site of a Houston sweep of MLB’s sole Canadian representative. The win was an exclamation point for both teams, who essentially flipped positions over three days.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / April 21
Did Houston Astros Go After Wrong First Baseman During This Past Offseason?
The Houston Astros are hoping Christian Walker gets going at the plate soon. It's the only way they are truly going to become contenders in the American League after their offensive ceiling was lowered following the offseason departures of Alex Bregman and Kyle Tucker.
MLB News / Yardbarker / April 21
Padres star Luis Arraez stretchered off field after scary collision
San Diego Padres star Luis Arraez had to be removed from Sunday night's game on a stretcher following a scary collision with Houston Astros second baseman Mauricio Dubon.
The 'Most 40 home run seasons in MLB history' quiz
How many of the 50 MLB players with three or more 40 home run seasons can you name in six minutes?
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / April 20
Houston Astros Hoping Batting Order Change for Christian Walker Sparks Turnaround
The Houston Astros handed Christian Walker a three-year, $60 million contract this past winter. There were concerns that giving this amount of money to an aging first baseman wouldn't pan out, something the organization is all too familiar with based on the bust that Jose Abreu turned out to be.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / April 19
Christian Walker Awakens? Astros Down Padres 3-2
Time will tell if the Astros end up regretting Christian Walker’s contract in a similar way to José Abreu’s ill-fated contract. The parallels are hard to ignore, most notably that both are veteran first basemen well into their thirties when they signed with Houston.
MLB News / Field Level Media / April 19
Clutch hitting helps Astros edge Padres
Christian Walker slugged a two-run home run with two outs in the sixth inning before Isaac Paredes produced a tiebreaking single an inning later as the Houston Astros rallied past the visiting San Diego Padres 3-2 on Saturday to secure this three-game interleague series.
Houston Astros News / Athlon Sports / April 17
Astros Facing Massive $60 Million Issue Before Padres Series
In fairness to Houston Astros first baseman Christian Walker, we imagine no one expected him to immediately come in and put up video game numbers. We also imagine anyone and everyone in Houston expected more from the three-time Gold Glove winner.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / April 17
For Struggling Houston Astros' Slugger, Self-Accountability is Key
The Houston Astros have been struggling mightily from the plate so far in the new campaign. As of this writing, the team ranks in the bottom third of the MLB in just about every major offensive metric.
MLB News / Field Level Media / March 28
Facing Mets, Astros' Christian Walker looks to stay healthy, make impact
Veteran first baseman Christian Walker was among the quartet of newcomers making their debuts with Houston on Thursday, with Walker going 1-for-4 with a run scored in the Astros' 3-1 win over the New York Mets in the opener of a three-game series.
Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 27
Christian Walker’s confident prediction on Astros availability after previous injury
Christian Walker has been in and out for the Houston Astros. Throughout spring training, Walker was dealing with an injury. Fast forward to the regular season, and it seems that he’s ready for the regular season to commence.
Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 25
Christian Walker Opening Day injury update will catch fans’ attention
Christian Walker, the Houston Astros’ major offseason signing, will be on the Opening Day roster as he comes back from an oblique injury. Walker took seven at-bats in a minor league game on Tuesday and will travel to Houston tonight.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / March 9
Houston Astros Veteran Reliever Starts Shoulder Injury Recovery Process
The Houston Astros have been dealing with some injury concerns this spring, including infielder Christian Walker, along with many of the pitchers on the team.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / March 6
Houston Astros New Superstar Sent Back From Camp For MRI, Evaluation Of Injury
The Houston Astros have emerged through what was a difficult offseason after losing two of their key players with a new core and a renewed optimism from the fanbase.
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
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.
MLB News / Yardbarker / January 2
Risers, fallers and failures: 20 MLB bold predictions for 2025
So what lies ahead for the rest of the offseason and the 2025 season as well? We offer a forecast.
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 23
Astros' latest move opens roster spot for Christian Walker
After officially announcing the Christian Walker signing earlier on Monday, the Astros have designated infielder Grae Kessinger for assignment.
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.
MLB News / Bluejaysnation / December 20
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 / Yardbarker / December 21
Astros land three-time Gold Glove winner in $60M deal
One of MLB's most underrated first basemen is joining the Astros.
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 / Yardbarker / November 12
Why Yankees shouldn't sign Christian Walker
The New York Yankees need a first baseman. Christian Walker is one of the best first basemen available and, therefore, constantly connected to the Bombers in hot-stove conversations. But he is not the answer for New York.
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.
Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / September 18
Christian Walker speaks about upcoming free agency
As Christian Walker approaches free agency after eight seasons with the Arizona Diamondbacks, his market value has never been higher. Over the past three seasons, Walker has been one of the most consistent hitters in Arizona’s lineup, hitting at least 25 home runs each year, and is on track to earn his third consecutive Gold Glove award.
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