Sep 17, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks first base Christian Walker (53) runs off a solo home run in the eighth inning against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images
As Christian Walker approaches free agency after eight seasons with the Arizona Diamondbacks, his market value has never been higher. Over the past three seasons, Walker has been one of the most consistent hitters in Arizona’s lineup, hitting at least 25 home runs each year, and is on track to earn his third consecutive Gold Glove award. It could have easily been argued that Walker deserved to attend his first All-Star game a few months ago.
In a recent appearance on the Foul Territory podcast, Walker opened up about his mindset heading into free agency, describing the process as both exciting and daunting. “It’s overwhelming in the best way,” Walker said…