After the 2020 season, this AZ Snake Pit player review expounded on his four awesome characteristics. His 2019 Gold Glove nomination was noted and the author looked forward to Walker’s next Gold Glove nomination. The four characteristics were:
- Fierce and tough.
- Prepared and confident.
- Aware of differences between success and failure.
- Full bag of skills.
After the 2021 season, this AZ Snake Pit player review pounded on his decline in batting power. His defense, while not earning another nomination, was better than Pavin Smith.