The Houston Astros have secured free agent first baseman Christian Walker on a three-year, $60 million deal, marking a significant offseason move. Walker, previously with the Arizona Diamondbacks, is celebrated for his defensive prowess, having won three consecutive Gold Gloves.

After a successful 2024 season, where he hit 26 home runs and achieved a .998 fielding percentage, Walker's addition signals a shift in the Astros' strategy, potentially indicating that third baseman Alex Bregman may not return.