Cristian Javier

What position does Cristian Javier play, and what is his current team status?

Cristian Javier is a right-handed pitcher for the Houston Astros. The Astros’ current roster lists him as a pitcher, and the MLB player page records his 2026 injured-list placement with Houston.

When was Cristian Javier born, and how tall is he?

Cristian Javier was born on March 26, 1997, in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. He is listed at 6 feet 1 inch tall.

When did Cristian Javier make his MLB debut?

Cristian Javier made his MLB debut on July 25, 2020, with the Houston Astros.

What is Cristian Javier’s contract status?

In February 2023, the Houston Astros signed Cristian Javier to a five-year, $64 million contract extension. The deal runs through the 2027 season, with free agency listed for 2028.

What are Cristian Javier’s most important career milestones?

Cristian Javier helped Houston win the 2022 World Series and started the Astros’ combined no-hitter in Game 4 of that World Series. Earlier in 2022, he also delivered seven hitless innings in Houston’s combined no-hitter against the New York Yankees.

What is Cristian Javier’s pitching style?

Cristian Javier is a right-handed pitcher who uses a four-seam fastball, sweeper and changeup. MLB coverage highlights his ability to generate swings and misses with the fastball and finish hitters with the sweeper.