With Christian Walker’s status uncertain, could Cam Smith crack Astros’ Opening Day roster?
Owner Jim Crane commented that Smith “could make the ballclub this year at some point." That point could come sooner than ...
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New Astros 1B Walker (sore left oblique) sent to Houston for MRI
Considering veteran first baseman Christian Walker has dealt with some oblique injuries in the past, the Astros decided to ...
Astros' Christian Walker: MRI on oblique doesn't show strain
Astros manager Joe Espada said Friday that an MRI on Walker's left oblique did not show a "strain or anything that we are concerned about," Matt Kawahara of the Houston Chronicle reports. The Astros ...
Astros' Christian Walker shares truthful reaction to oblique injury
Astros newest slugger Christian Walker shared a truthful reaction to his oblique injury and how it compares to last season.
Astros send first baseman back to Houston for medical testing
Despite the new first baseman's optimism about his injury, Houston is sending him home for more medical tests.
Houston Astros newcomers Isaac Paredes, Christian Walker make good first impression in spring debuts
The patience Isaac Paredes and Christian Walker showed at the plate in their first spring at-bats was music to Houston Astros ...
Astros' Joe Espada gets real on Nolan Arenado nixing Houston trade
The Houston Astros seemed close to getting third baseman Nolan Arenado in a trade from the Cardinals in December, but he ...
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Astros Share Concerning Injury Update After Jose Altuve News
Houston Astros manager Joe Espada recently solved one lineup question ... Astros first baseman Christian Walker missed Wednesday’s 6-5 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals with left oblique ...
Houston Astros provide glimpse at potential top of lineup to start season
Jose Altuve, Isaac Paredes, Yordan Alvarez and Christian Walker formed the top of the Astros’ lineup for their Grapefruit ...