Astros $60M Slugger Reportedly On Trade Block
Summary
The Houston Astros are reportedly considering trading first baseman Christian Walker. Walker signed a $60 million contract last season and now might be on the trade block to reduce team expenses. The team is exploring options and could move Isaac Paredes to first base if Walker is traded.Key Facts
- Christian Walker plays first base for the Houston Astros.
- Walker signed a three-year, $60 million contract last offseason.
- He hit 27 home runs and had 88 RBIs in his first season with the Astros.
- Walker's on-base plus slugging (OPS) was .717, his lowest since 2021.
- MLB insider Bob Nightengale reported Walker could be available for trade.
- The Astros are listening to offers in an effort to shed his remaining contract.
- Isaac Paredes, a two-time All-Star, could replace Walker at first base.
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