Christian Dickson Walker

Professional Baseball Player

American Norristown, Pennsylvania

Quick Info

ProfessionProfessional Baseball Player
NationalityAmerican
Date of Birth28/03/1991
Age35 years
BirthplaceNorristown, Pennsylvania

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Bio/Wiki

SummaryAmerican professional baseball first baseman for the Houston Astros. Considered one of the best defensive first basemen in Major League Baseball with three Gold Glove Awards. Previously played for the Baltimore Orioles and Arizona Diamondbacks.
Notable AchievementHelped lead the Arizona Diamondbacks to win their second National League pennant in 2023

Physical Stats & More

Height5'11"
Weight208 lbs
BattingRight
ThrowingRight
Jersey Number8
PositionFirst Baseman

Educational Qualification(s)

CollegeUniversity of South Carolina
Years Attended2010-2012
TeamSouth Carolina Gamecocks
AchievementsCollege World Series Champion 2010 and 2011, Runner-up 2012

Career

MLB Debut17/09/2014
Draft2012 MLB Draft, 4th Round, Overall Pick 132 by Baltimore Orioles
Teams
  • Team: Baltimore Orioles Years: 2014-2016
  • Team: Arizona Diamondbacks Years: 2017-2024
  • Team: Houston Astros Years: 2025-Present
Contract3-year, $60 million deal with Houston Astros signed 23/12/2024
Career Statistics
At Bats3465
Average.248
Home Runs174
RBIs531
Stolen Bases27
OPS.781
AwardsThree-time Gold Glove Award winner

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Tied Dustin Ackley of North Carolina for a College World Series record with 28 career hits
2. First home run as an Astro on 03/04/2025 off Joe Ryan
3. Hit his 150th career home run on 23/04/2025 off Bowden Francis
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