There has been a lot of focus on the Houston Astros spring training camp following some of the major changes this winter. The transition of Jose Altuve from All-Star second baseman to left fielder has been a major topic of discussion.

Christian Walker, sidelined since March 2 with soreness in his oblique muscle, is expected to play in a spring game before Astros break camp.

The Houston Astros’ offseason was defined by who they lost. Kyle Tucker and Ryan Pressly are on the Cubs, Alex Bregman is on the Red Sox, and Justin Verlander is on the Giants. But their one big addition could be huge for their offense.

If the Houston Astros are going to contend in 2025, they're going to need Christian Walker to maintain his elite numbers at the plate while also providing the Gold Glove-winning defense that he's produced the past three years.