Hidden Gems or Bust? Why AJ Smith-Shawver, Josh Smith, and Stephen Kolek Could Make or Break Your Fantasy Baseball Season

Now with Seager back, Smith has hit lead-off in consecutive games with one of those starts coming at shortstop and the other in center field. There’s practically no doubt he continues to be an every day player, no matter where that may be. He could even pick up first base eligibility if 27-year-old rookie Blaine Crim scuffles as Burger’s replacement.

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There aren’t any glaring improvements in his profile at the plate though. He’s shortened up a bit and that’s allowed him to make more contact. Also, he’s hitting the ball on the ground more often and pulling fewer fly balls. His walk rate has risen a bit, but overall this hot start can largely be attributed to solid batted ball luck.

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