I read somewhere that Walker will get maximum ABs during spring training. He should fair well against the minor leaguers that the team will face during the first part of the schedule. As the big league candidates start getting into games, we’ll see if he is ready. Normally spring training is not much to put any faith into, but for Walker all eyes will be watching at every at-bat. His OF defense will also be monitored. Yes it will put some pressure on him but that pressure will be watched carefully also.
He’ll have to overcome the pressure at some point anyway… especially since he is a highly valued prospect and the expectations for him seems to be growing as we get closer to the ST games.