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Tony Walker
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Center fielder
Born: (1959-07-01) July 1, 1959 (age 66)
San Diego, California
Batted: Right Threw: Right
debut
April 8, 1986, for the Houston Astros
Last appearance
October 4, 1986, for the Houston Astros
MLB statistics
Batting average .222
Home runs 2
Runs batted in 10
Teams

Tony Walker is an American former professional baseball player. He was born on July 1, 1959. Tony played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the Houston Astros. He was an outfielder, which means he played in the large grassy area of the baseball field. Tony batted and threw the ball with his right hand.

Tony Walker's Baseball Journey

Starting His Career

Tony Walker was born in San Diego, California. Like many young athletes, he dreamed of playing professional baseball. He worked hard to develop his skills. Before reaching the Major Leagues, Tony played for several minor league teams. These teams help players get ready for the big leagues.

Playing in the Major Leagues

Tony Walker made his big league debut in 1986. He joined the Houston Astros baseball team. His first game was on April 8, 1986. Tony played as a center fielder. This position is in the middle of the outfield. Center fielders need to be very fast. They also need to be good at catching fly balls.

During his time with the Astros, Tony showed his skills. He played in several games that season. He hit 2 home runs and had 10 runs batted in (RBIs). An RBI means he helped a teammate score a run. His batting average was .222. This number shows how often a player gets a hit. Tony's last game in MLB was on October 4, 1986.

What is a Center Fielder?

A center fielder is a very important position in baseball. They cover a large area of the outfield. This player must be quick and have a strong arm. They often catch long hits that go over the heads of the infielders. They also help throw the ball back to the infield. This helps prevent runners from getting extra bases.

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