Christian Walker, a veteran first baseman, has signed a three-year, $60 million contract with the Houston Astros. This move likely indicates that Alex Bregman will not return, and a potential deal for Nolan Arenado has fallen through.

Walker, coming off a solid season with the Arizona Diamondbacks, earned a Gold Glove award for the third consecutive year. Despite his impressive performance, concerns linger about the longevity of contracts for right-handed first basemen as he approaches his mid-30s.