AL West: Houston may have a right field problem

Houston Astros

Cam Smith was all the buzz through spring training. The hype started as soon as he was part of the Kyle Tucker trade this offseason and built even more after he hit .342 this spring with four home runs. He even learned a new position in the outfield, which was necessary to make the team. Smith did everything right to make the Opening Day roster, but that production has not followed to start the season. Through 21 plate appearances, he is hitting .111 with a 42.9% strikeout rate. Smith will have a little longer to prove himself, but more struggles could lead to a quick hook back to the minors. 

If Smith returns to the minors, there will be plenty of options for the Astros to play in right field. The question is, who should...

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