Cam Smith

Astros general manager Dana Brown said Wednesday that Cam Smith could open the 2026 season at Triple-A Sugar Land “if he hasn’t turned the corner,” Chandler Rome of The Athletic reports. Brown expressed confidence in Smith’s long-term potential but emphasized the need for more consistency. Smith made Houston’s Opening Day roster after a strong spring but went on to hit .236/.312/.358 with nine home runs and a 27.8 percent strikeout rate over 134 games. He started only six of the Astros’ final 20 contests and just two of their last 16 against right-handed pitching. Despite playing a solid right field in his first exposure to the position, Smith may still need additional minor-league development. The 2024 first-round pick has logged only 32 minor-league games and 134 plate appearances.

Fantasy Impact

Smith is expected to compete for a roster spot in spring training, but the Astros have indicated he could return to Triple-A if his consistency doesn’t improve. His playing time outlook will depend on his performance heading into 2026.

Cam Smith went 1-for-4 in the win over the Rockies, contributing one home run, one run scored, and one RBI.

Fantasy Impact

After today’s victory, Smith has a .242 batting average with eight home runs and 49 RBI across 113 games this season. Smith is hitting .050 in his last seven games.

Cam Smith went 0-for-4 in the loss to the Mariners, tallying one stolen base and one strikeout.

Fantasy Impact

After today’s game, Smith is hitting .274 with 39 RBI and 7 home runs across 83 games this season. He has chipped in five stolen bases for the Astros.

Cam Smith went 3-for-6 with one run scored on Tuesday against the Guardians.

Fantasy Impact

After two hitless games, Smith got back on track on Tuesday. He already has five multi-hit games in the month of July.

Cam Smith went 2-for-4 in loss to the Cubs with a home run and two RBI.

Fantasy Impact

The outfielder continues a torrid stretch at the plate, posting a 1.121 OPS with four home runs and 13 RBI over his last 15 games for the Astros. After yesterday’s defeat, Smith is batting .281 with 33 RBI and seven home runs across 69 games this season.