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Christian Walker has been one of the most underrated power-hitting first basemen throughout his career. The slugging corner infielder has continued to be a force at the plate yet again this year for the Arizona Diamondbacks. Entering Tuesday's action, Walker owns a .256 batting average with 12 home runs and 41 RBIs.
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"CHRISTIAN WALKER GOOD NIGHT. Dodgers lose." - @chiweethedog
After reaching the World Series last year, the Arizona Diamondbacks have struggled to repeat the success that brought them to the title series. The D-Backs currently sit 4th in the National League West with a 31-35 record, which has some believing that expiring veterans such as Christian Walker could find themselves on the move this summer.
A look at 3 potential landing spots for Christian Walker
#1 - The New York Yankees
The New York Yankees might be one of the most logical landing spots for Walker if the Arizona Diamondbacks make him available. The Yankees have question marks around Anthony Rizzo and Walker would present the team with an upgrade at first base. The Yankees have a number of intriguing pieces that they could send back to Arizona in exchange for the pending free agent.
"Christian Walker needs to be the Yankees No 1 trade target at the deadline if the Dbacks look to sell. He fits this team like a glove" - @NYYNYKNYGNJDfan
#2 - Seattle Mariners
The Seattle Mariners find themselves at the top of their division, yet the club has a few areas that they will be looking to upgrade, including first base. If the Mariners could acquire Walker, it could go a long way toward making a deep postseason run. Plus, he could come at a cheaper cost than some of the first basemen they have been linked to such as Vladimir Guerrero Jr.
#3 - Chicago Cubs
The Chicago Cubs have been linked to Pete Alonso all season, however, Walker could present the team with a much cheaper option at first. Although Alonso might have a higher home run ceiling than Walker, the Diamondbacks slugger is coming off a 33-home run campaign in 2023. The fact that Walker's contract is expiring will also give the Cubs flexibility entering the offseason.
"I totally forgot Christian Walker is a free agent after this year. If the dbacks don't plan to extend him, he should be a more valuable trade candidate than Pete Alonso" - @TalksToPeople
