History of Christian Walker in Timeline
Christian Walker is an American professional baseball first baseman currently playing for the Houston Astros in MLB. Previously, he played for the Baltimore Orioles and Arizona Diamondbacks. Walker is recognized as a premier defensive first baseman, having earned three Gold Glove Awards for his exceptional fielding abilities. His career is primarily defined by his defensive prowess at first base within Major League Baseball.
4 hours ago : Astros Win: Walker, Matthews Support Arrighetti in Victory Over Red Sox
Christian Walker and Brice Matthews supported Spencer Arrighetti, contributing to the Astros' 6-3 win against the Red Sox. Key defensive plays highlighted Arrighetti's and Matthews' performance in the game.
March 28, 1991: Christian Walker is born
On March 28, 1991, Christian Dickson Walker was born. He is an American professional baseball first baseman.
2009: Drafted by the Los Angeles Dodgers
In 2009, Christian Walker was drafted by the Los Angeles Dodgers in the 49th round of the Major League Baseball draft, but he did not sign.
2010: College World Series win
In 2010, Christian Walker helped the South Carolina Gamecocks win the College World Series.
2011: College World Series win
In 2011, Christian Walker helped the South Carolina Gamecocks win the College World Series.
2012: Runners-up in College World Series
In 2012, Christian Walker and the South Carolina Gamecocks were runners-up in the College World Series.
2012: Drafted by the Baltimore Orioles
In 2012, Christian Walker was selected by the Baltimore Orioles in the fourth round of the Major League Baseball draft. He made his professional debut for the Aberdeen IronBirds.
2013: Chris Davis connected for 53 home runs
In 2013, Chris Davis connected for 53 home runs.
2013: Promotions within the Orioles organization
In 2013, Christian Walker started the season with the Delmarva Shorebirds, was promoted to the Frederick Keys in May, played in the All-Star Futures Game in July, and was then promoted to the Double-A Bowie Baysox after the game.
September 17, 2014: Called up to the Orioles and MLB debut
On September 17, 2014, Christian Walker was called up to the Baltimore Orioles from the Triple-A Norfolk Tides and made his major league debut later that day, hitting a double for his first major league hit against Toronto Blue Jays pitcher J. A. Happ.
2014: MLB debut with the Orioles
In 2014, Christian Walker made his Major League Baseball debut with the Baltimore Orioles.
2014: Started with Bowie Baysox
In 2014, Christian Walker started the season back with the Bowie Baysox.
2015: Chris Davis connected for 47 home runs
In 2015, Chris Davis connected for 47 home runs.
2015: Played for the Orioles
In 2015, Christian Walker played in 7 games for the Orioles.
2016: Played with the Triple-A Norfolk
In 2016, Christian Walker did not appear for the Orioles and instead spent the year with the Triple-A Norfolk.
February 21, 2017: Designated for assignment
On February 21, 2017, Christian Walker was designated for assignment by the Orioles following the acquisition of Richard Bleier from the New York Yankees.
March 6, 2017: Claimed off waivers by the Cincinnati Reds
On March 6, 2017, Christian Walker was claimed off waivers by the Cincinnati Reds, who had Joey Votto at first base.
March 28, 2017: Waived by the Reds and claimed by the Diamondbacks
On March 28, 2017, Christian Walker was waived by the Reds and claimed off waivers by the Arizona Diamondbacks.
2018: Played for Arizona
In 2018, Christian Walker played in 37 games for Arizona.
2019: Regular first baseman for the Diamondbacks
In 2019, Christian Walker became the regular first baseman for the Arizona Diamondbacks.
2019: First full major league season
In 2019, Christian Walker played his first full major league season and established career-highs in home runs and RBI. He also had the best Defensive Runs Saved rating in the National League among first basemen.
2020: Played in pandemic-shortened season
During the pandemic-shortened 2020 season, Christian Walker played in 57 of 60 possible games.
2021: Played for Arizona
In 2021, Christian Walker made 115 appearances for Arizona.
2022: Career-high and Gold Glove Award
In 2022, Christian Walker played in 160 games, hit a career-high 36 home runs, and won his first career Gold Glove Award.
January 13, 2023: Agreed to contract with Diamondbacks
On January 13, 2023, Christian Walker agreed to a one-year, $6.5 million contract with the Diamondbacks, avoiding salary arbitration.
May 31, 2023: 100th career home run
On May 31, 2023, Christian Walker connected for his 100th career home run.
2023: Helped lead the Diamondbacks to win the National League pennant
In 2023, Christian Walker helped lead the Diamondbacks to win their second National League pennant.
December 23, 2024: Signed with the Houston Astros
On December 23, 2024, Christian Walker signed a three-year, $60 million contract with the Houston Astros.
2024: Signed with the Astros
Following the 2024 season, Christian Walker became a free agent and signed a three-year deal with the Houston Astros.
2024: Won third straight Gold Glove Award
In 2024, Christian Walker played in 130 games for the Diamondbacks and won the Gold Glove Award for the third straight year.
April 3, 2025: First home run as an Astro
On April 3, 2025, Christian Walker connected for his first home run as an Astro off Joe Ryan.
April 23, 2025: 150th career home run
On April 23, 2025, Christian Walker hit the 150th home run of his career off Bowden Francis.
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