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 ...
Houston Astros Veteran Reliever Starts Shoulder Injury Recovery Process
The Houston Astros have been dealing with some injury concerns this spring, including infielder Christian Walker.
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The Opener: Walker, Topa, Spring Breakout Rosters
Here are three things we’ll be watching for around baseball today: Christian Walker was removed from the Astros’ spring ...
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.
Astros Share Concerning Injury Update After Jose Altuve News
The Astros can’t afford to lose Walker, who signed a three-year, $60 million contract in December. The three-time Gold Glove ...
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 ...