The Crawfish Boxes · Jul 15, 2024
With the 28th Pick, Houston Selects Walter Janek
Walker Janek Joe Rondone/The Republic / USA TODAY NETWORKHouston’s day one draft load in 2024 consists of only one player....
Walker Janek is a six-foot, 190 lb. catcher from Portland, TX. Born on September 24, 2002, he joins the Astros system out of San Houston State University with the 28th overall selection in the draft.
Janek’s five tools average out at an impressive 50 (future major leaguer), with only his speed (rated 40) and arm (rated 60) at a different level. These are both acceptable for a catcher.