The Weight of Christian Walker’s Injury and the Search for First Base Alternatives
The Diamondbacks encountered early spring injuries, with a notable scare on Thursday involving Christian Walker, their power-hitting Gold Glove first baseman. Walker took a pitch to his right hand during a Cactus League game against the Giants, prompting his immediate removal. Fortunately, subsequent X-rays revealed no fractures, diagnosing only a bone contusion at the back…