The Houston Astros ' 2026 season may not have gone as expected, despite making the playoffs and winning the AL West with an 81-81 record. While the franchise didn't get beyond the first round, there were players who performed well all season to get the club in that position in the first place.

Houston's veteran first baseman, Christian Walker, was one of the reasons for the Astros' success, both with his power at the plate and his defensive prowess in the field. In his second season with the franchise, Walker can now add another award to his trophy case as of Sunday night.

As announced, Walker has won the American League Gold Glove Award among first basemen, defeating Vladimir Guerrero Jr. of the Toronto Blue Jays and Vinnie Pasquantino of the Kansas City Royals.…