Diamondbacks face setback in trade talks for Astros infielder Christian Walker
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 1:32 PM
Last updated Jun 21, 2026
The Arizona Diamondbacks will not pursue a trade for Houston Astros infielder Christian Walker ahead of the MLB trade deadline. Reports indicate that the Astros have communicated they are not fielding offers for Walker or shortstop Jeremy Pena. The Diamondbacks, currently positioned near a postseason spot, were considering bolstering their first base options after a challenging season. As the trade deadline approaches, Arizona will need to explore alternative upgrades for their lineup.
- •Diamondbacks are linked to trade talks for infielder Christian Walker.
- •Astros confirmed they will not trade Walker or shortstop Jeremy Pena.
- •Arizona is looking to upgrade their first base position this summer.
- •The D-Backs currently sit at 39-37, in the NL Wild Card race.
- 1:32 PMYahoo Sports — Diamondbacks get bad news on potential trade reunion with $60 million Astros infielder
"This potential reunion no longer looks possible for the D-Backs.
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