Overview

• Walker was struck on the right hand by a 96 mph pitch from Luis Severino in the fourth inning.
• After scoring in the fourth, Walker played two defensive innings before Mauricio Dubón replaced him in the sixth.
• Manager Joe Espada said Walker’s discomfort gripping the bat prompted his removal from the game.
• Postgame X-rays showed no fractures and the Astros will reevaluate his status following tomorrow’s assessment.
• Walker signed a three-year, $60 million contract in December and has been a key offensive and defensive contributor for Houston.