What to know about Gregory-Portland graduate and newest Hooks player Walker Janek
Gregory-Portland graduate Walker Janek returns home: What to know about the newest Corpus Christi Hooks addition
Walker Janek went from a standout high school player to a name Sam Houston State Bearkats fans will remember for years. Janek helped lead Gregory-Portland to multiple playoff appearances and later made his mark at the college level, earning the 2024 Buster Posey Award, which is given annually to the nation’s top catcher. His performance carried into the professional ranks when the Houston Astros selected him with the No.
28 overall pick in the 2025 MLB Draft. Now, Janek will return to the Coastal Bend after being promoted to the Corpus Christi Hooks when the club revealed its Opening Day roster Tuesday, March 25. Here is what to know about the 2021 Gregory-Portland graduate.
How he got here Before his move to Corpus Christi, Janek dazzled with High-A Asheville by hitting . 253 with 10 home runs, 30 RBI and 23 stolen bases. Janek has also thrown out nearly 40% of base-stealers during time with the Tourists.
The Portland native Janek did a little bit of everything during his high school career after splitting time as a catcher and pitcher. During his senior season in 2021, Janek hit . 359 with 44 runs, 29 RBI and 12 doubles.