He's been so good, in fact, that the Astros are starting to plan for that new era to begin as soon as Opening Day. Isaac Paredes is occupying third base at the moment, but Houston has started giving Smith some time in the outfield, suggesting that they want to find a way to have him with the Major League club as soon as possible.

Asking Smith to learn a new position while adjusting to life in the majors might be ludicrous, but he has forced the Astros to consider it.

Cam Smith (Houston Astros) with a Spectacular Hit New York Mets, 03/16/2025

Astros No. 1 prospect Cam Smith drives a two-run home run to right field, giving Houston a 2-0 lead in the top of the 2nd inning

On December 13th the Cubs acquired superstar Kyle Tucker from the Houston Astros. The price to acquire him was hefty, despite the fact he is only under contract for one more season. The Astros acquired major leaguers Isaac Parades and Hayden Wesneski in the deal,