First baseman Christian Walker was not in the Houston Astros' lineup on Thursday, a day after being hit on the right hand by a pitch. Walker, however, did pregame defensive work on the field and was scheduled to hit,

The Houston Astros were worried about the availability of Christian Walker after he was hit in the hand by a pitch against the Athletics.

Astros first baseman Christian Walker left Wednesday's game against the Athletics after being hit by a pitch on his right hand. X-rays were negative.