Christian Walker
Active Player
Born: 3/28/1991 in Norristown, PA, USA
MLB Debut: 2014-09-17
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 208 lbs
Full name: Christian Dickson Walker
Biography
Christian Walker, born in 1991, is an active professional baseball player known for his solid performance as a position player in Major League Baseball (MLB). Since making his debut on September 17, 2014, Walker has established himself as a reliable first baseman, showcasing a blend of power and consistency at the plate. With a career total of 832 games played, he has accumulated 720 hits, 147 home runs, and 443 RBIs, all contributing to a batting average of .250. His ability to drive in runs and hit for power makes him a significant asset in the lineup.
Walker is also known for his speed on the bases, having stolen 25 bases throughout his career, which is notable for a player primarily recognized for his offensive contributions. As he continues to play, Walker remains a key figure in the modern era of baseball, where offensive production and versatility are highly valued. His ongoing contributions to the game reflect not only his personal achievements but also his potential impact on the teams he represents in the ever-evolving landscape of professional baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 986 | 3465 | 499 | 859 | 182 | 8 | 174 | 531 | 27 | 358 | 919 | 0.248 | 0.325 | 0.456 | 0.781 | 5165.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | BAL | AL | 6 | 18 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 0.167 | 0.0 |
| 2015 | BAL | AL | 7 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 0.111 | 0.0 |
| 2017 | AZ | NL | 11 | 12 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
| 2018 | AZ | NL | 37 | 49 | 6 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 6 | 1 | 3 | 22 | 0.163 | -143.8 |
| 2019 | AZ | NL | 152 | 529 | 86 | 137 | 26 | 1 | 29 | 73 | 8 | 67 | 155 | 0.259 | 1117.5 |
| 2020 | AZ | NL | 57 | 218 | 35 | 59 | 18 | 1 | 7 | 34 | 1 | 19 | 50 | 0.271 | 232.2 |
| 2021 | AZ | NL | 115 | 401 | 55 | 98 | 23 | 1 | 10 | 46 | 0 | 38 | 106 | 0.244 | -320.4 |
| 2022 | AZ | NL | 160 | 583 | 84 | 141 | 25 | 2 | 36 | 94 | 2 | 69 | 131 | 0.242 | 1595.6 |
| 2023 | AZ | NL | 157 | 582 | 86 | 150 | 36 | 2 | 33 | 103 | 11 | 62 | 127 | 0.258 | 1474.1 |
| 2024 | AZ | NL | 130 | 479 | 72 | 120 | 26 | 0 | 26 | 84 | 2 | 55 | 133 | 0.251 | 1209.8 |
| 2025 | HOU | AL | 154 | 585 | 72 | 139 | 24 | 1 | 27 | 88 | 2 | 40 | 177 | 0.238 | 0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19 | 61 | 7 | 14 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 13 | 19 | 0.230 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | NLCS | ARI | 7 | 22 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 9 | 0.091 |
| 2023 | NLDS2 | ARI | 3 | 9 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 0.222 |
| 2023 | NLWC1 | ARI | 2 | 8 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 0.375 |
| 2023 | WS | ARI | 5 | 21 | 1 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 0.286 |
| 2017 | NLDS1 | ARI | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 739 | 705 | 5316 | 468 | 31 | 526 |
| OF | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | BAL | 1B | 6 | 6 | 45 | 2 | 1 | 5 |
| 2015 | BAL | 1B | 2 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2017 | ARI | 1B | 1 | 1 | 11 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| 2018 | ARI | 1B | 7 | 3 | 38 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| 2018 | ARI | OF | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | ARI | 1B | 142 | 132 | 1042 | 139 | 11 | 95 |
| 2020 | ARI | 1B | 43 | 42 | 268 | 28 | 3 | 40 |
| 2021 | ARI | 1B | 107 | 99 | 744 | 66 | 6 | 64 |
| 2022 | ARI | 1B | 150 | 146 | 1109 | 78 | 5 | 106 |
| 2023 | ARI | 1B | 152 | 150 | 1075 | 77 | 2 | 106 |
| 2024 | ARI | 1B | 129 | 126 | 977 | 76 | 2 | 104 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 739 |
| Left Field | 1 |
| Designated Hitter | 37 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Gold Glove | 1B |
| 2023 | Gold Glove | 1B |
| 2022 | Gold Glove | 1B |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 23th | 1.0 | 420 | 0 |