Jeff Bagwell, the legendary Astros slugger and current ... profile," noting he sports "strong bat-to-ball ability, quality swing decisions, and raw power." Smith has primarily played third base ...

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The Houston Astros traded away their best all-around player when they dealt three-time All-Star Kyle Tucker to the Chicago Cubs in December. Houston’s brass thinks one of their returning players can ...