Christian Walker has officially joined the Houston Astros on a lucrative three-year contract, enhancing their roster for the upcoming season
Houston: Big news in the baseball world! Christian Walker, the Gold Glove first baseman, has just inked a three-year, $60 million deal with the Astros. This comes from a source close to the negotiations.
Now, this agreement is still pending a successful physical, but it looks like the Astros are making some serious moves. They recently traded for infielder Isaac Paredes, which hints that they might not be bringing back third baseman Alex Bregman.
Walker, who’s turning 34 soon, had a solid season last year, hitting .251 with 26 home runs and 84 RBIs. While those numbers dipped a bit from his 2023 performance, he’s still a powerhouse at the plate and a defensive gem.
He’s been in the league since 2014, but it wasn’t until 2019 that he really found his groove. Over the last six seasons, he’s shown off his consistent power and earned Gold Gloves for his stellar defense.
Mike Hazen, the Diamondbacks’ GM, praised Walker, calling him the best defensive first baseman in the game. He’s a player who leads by example, and that’s something every team needs.
Last season, Walker made $10.9 million and turned down a hefty qualifying offer from Arizona. Now, with the Astros, he’s set to make a big impact. Just a heads up, Houston will lose some draft picks due to this signing, but they’re clearly all in for the next season!