The Houston Astros are starting to hit their stride as a ball club, winning 10 of their last 13 and finally creating some distance in the American League West. A huge part of the reason they have been playing so well lately has been the step taken in the last month by rookie outfielder Cam Smith. Having played just five career games at the Double-A level before bursting onto the scene in his first spring training with the Astros organization, questions were rightfully asked whether Houston made a mistake promoting him this quickly. After another game on Wednesday night in what has been an incredible series for Smith against the Athletics, Astros manager Joe Espada praised his rookie stud with a quote that will shoot excitement through the fanbase.