Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Astros Place Walker on Paternity Leave, Call Up Corona

7/8/2025

30 5

Summary

Story summary

The Houston Astros have placed Christian Walker on paternity leave following a triumphant series against the Dodgers. Walker, who has been hitting .231 with 12 home runs, has shown notable improvement lately. To fill the gap, the Astros have called up outfielder Kenedy Corona from Triple-A Sugar Land, where he boasts a .228 average and six homers this season.

1 of 1

Story summary

The Houston Astros have placed Christian Walker on paternity leave following a triumphant series against the Dodgers. Walker, who has been hitting .231 with 12 home runs, has shown notable improvement lately. To fill the gap, the Astros have called up outfielder Kenedy Corona from Triple-A Sugar Land, where he boasts a .228 average and six homers this season.