Career Timeline of Christian Walker: Major Achievements and Milestones

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: May 31, 2026

How Christian Walker built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Christian Walker is a professional baseball first baseman currently playing for the Houston Astros in MLB. He has also played for the Baltimore Orioles and Arizona Diamondbacks. Notably recognized for his defensive prowess, Walker has earned three Gold Glove Awards, solidifying his reputation as one of the best defensive first basemen in Major League Baseball.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

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.

2012: MLB Draft and Professional Debut

In 2012, Christian Walker was selected by the Baltimore Orioles in the fourth round of the Major League Baseball draft and made his professional debut for the Aberdeen IronBirds.

2012: MLB Draft and College World Series Runner-Up

In 2012, Christian Walker was selected in the fourth round of the MLB draft by the Orioles and the South Carolina Gamecocks were runners-up in the College World Series.

2013: Chris Davis' performance with the Orioles

In 2013, Chris Davis had connected for 53 home runs for the Orioles. He also connected for 47 in 2015 and 38 in 2016. During Christian Walker's tenure in the Orioles organization, Chris Davis occupied the top of the franchise's depth chart at first base.

2013: Minor League Promotions and All-Star Futures Game

In 2013, Christian Walker started with the Delmarva Shorebirds, was promoted to the Frederick Keys in May, played in the All-Star Futures Game in July, and was promoted to the Double-A Bowie Baysox after the game.

September 17, 2014: MLB Debut

On September 17, 2014, Christian Walker was called up to the Orioles and made his major league debut, hitting a double for his first major league hit against the Toronto Blue Jays.

2014: MLB Debut

In 2014, Christian Walker made his MLB debut with the Baltimore Orioles.

2014: Returns to Bowie

In 2014, Christian Walker started the season back with Bowie Baysox.

2015: Chris Davis' performance with the Orioles

In 2015, Chris Davis had connected for 47 home runs for the Orioles. During Christian Walker's tenure in the Orioles organization, Chris Davis occupied the top of the franchise's depth chart at first base.

2015: Limited Appearances for the Orioles

In 2015, Christian Walker played in 7 games for the Orioles.

2016: Plays with Triple-A Norfolk

In 2016, Christian Walker did not appear for the Orioles, instead spending the year with the Triple-A Norfolk Tides.

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.

March 6, 2017: Claimed off Waivers by the Cincinnati Reds

On March 6, 2017, the Cincinnati Reds claimed Christian Walker off waivers from the Orioles.

March 28, 2017: Claimed by the Arizona Diamondbacks

On March 28, 2017, Christian Walker was waived by the Reds and claimed off waivers by the Arizona Diamondbacks.

2018: Plays for Arizona Diamondbacks

In 2018, Christian Walker played in 37 games for Arizona hitting .163/.226/.388 with three home runs, six RBI, and one stolen base.

2019: Diamondbacks Regular First Baseman

In 2019, Christian Walker became the Diamondbacks' regular first baseman.

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, and had the best Defensive Runs Saved rating in the National League among first basemen.