Kevin Smith

Kevin Smith

28-Year-Old ShortstopSS
 Free Agent  
Free Agent
Out
Injury Undisclosed
Est. Return 2/1/2025
2024 Fantasy Outlook
There was no outlook written for Kevin Smith in 2024. Check out the latest news below for more on his current fantasy value.
$Signed a one-year contract with the Yankees in January of 2024.
Accepts outright assignment
SSNew York Yankees  
May 29, 2024
The Yankees outrighted Smith to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre on Wednesday.
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Prior reports suggested that Smith declined the assignment and planned to pursue free agency, but the infielder will end up sticking around in the Yankees organization. Smith will provide infield depth for the Yankees at Scranton/Wilkes-Barre.
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Left/Right Batting Splits
Since 2022
 
 
+87%
OPS vs LHP
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2023
 
 
+79%
OPS vs LHP
2022
 
 
+97%
OPS vs LHP
OPS PA R HR RBI SB AVG OBP SLG
Since 2022vs Left .766 104 13 4 15 2 .245 .287 .479
Since 2022vs Right .409 193 11 3 9 3 .150 .181 .228
2024vs Left 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
2024vs Right .000 0 0 0 0 0 .000 .000 .000
2023vs Left .777 49 6 3 6 0 .227 .277 .500
2023vs Right .433 97 9 2 5 1 .165 .191 .242
2022vs Left .756 55 7 1 9 2 .260 .296 .460
2022vs Right .384 96 2 1 4 2 .135 .170 .213
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+7%
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+10%
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+4%
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OPS PA R HR RBI SB AVG OBP SLG
Since 2022Home .510 124 8 4 11 2 .172 .200 .310
Since 2022Away .547 173 16 3 13 3 .190 .231 .316
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2023Home .515 62 6 2 4 1 .175 .217 .298
2023Away .568 84 9 3 7 0 .192 .222 .346
2022Home .505 62 2 2 7 1 .169 .183 .322
2022Away .526 89 7 0 6 3 .188 .239 .288
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Recent RotoWire Articles Featuring Kevin Smith See More
Lineup Lowdown: American League
Lineup Lowdown: American League
September 12, 2023
September 12, 2023
Ryan Boyer delivers Lineup Lowdown, with a deep dive into American League lineups, including the Astros bumping Jeremy Pena back up the batting order.
AL FAAB Factor: Waiver Pickups of the Week
September 10, 2023
Erik Siegrist checks out the free-agent pool in the AL as the Rangers get some big-name reinforcements for their playoff push, including a potential early return for Josh Jung.
Lineup Lowdown: American League
June 20, 2023
Ryan Boyer brings you the Lineup Lowdown, looking for trends that could lead to fantasy success the rest of the MLB season. It starts with Gunnar Henderson of the Orioles starting to take off while leading off.
AL FAAB Factor: Waiver Pickups of the Week
June 11, 2023
Erik Siegrist reviews the free-agent scene in the AL as Edouard Julien gets another chance to establish himself with the Twins.
AL FAAB Factor: Waiver Pickups of the Week
April 30, 2023
Erik Siegrist digs into the AL free-agent pool as the parade of promotions for pitching prospects continues, headlined this week by Cleveland's Tanner Bibee.
Past Fantasy Outlooks
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Smith was acquired by the A's just before the 2022 campaign, and he appeared in 47 big-league games with a .518 OPS. He fared better at Triple-A Las Vegas with a .268/.331/.446 slash line, 13 homers and six steals in 86 contests. The 26-year-old spent the entire second half of last season in the minors but could be in the mix for a spot on Oakland's Opening Day roster, though the infield is much more crowded following the offseason additions of Jace Peterson, Aledmys Diaz and Jesus Aguilar. Smith is unlikely to work as more than a utility option while the Athletics are at full strength, at least early on in 2023.
Smith got his first taste of major-league action in 2021 and hit .094 with a solo homer and two runs across 18 games. In spite of his growing pains during his first stint in the majors, he was productive at Triple-A Buffalo last year, slashing .285/.370/.561 with 21 home runs, 69 RBI, 65 runs and 18 stolen bases. Even if he begins the 2022 campaign in the minors, it wouldn't be surprising to see him return to the big leagues at some point this year. He'll compete for the starting third base job in a rebuilding Oakland lineup this spring.
Smith, a fourth-round pick in 2017, went from being a complete afterthought in dynasty leagues to a borderline top-100 prospect. He was the best player in the Midwest League (190 wRC+, solid defense at shortstop), a distinction that did not carry much weight, considering he was 21 years old. However, when he continued to perform at a high level in the pitcher-friendly Florida State League, more people started to buy into him being a future everyday big leaguer. Among FSL hitters with at least 300 PA, Smith was top-10 in wRC+ (127), ISO (.194), and HR (18). He stole 29 bases on 35 attempts, but that oversells his raw speed -- he could steal 10-to-15 bases in the majors. While he may only hit .250 or .260, Smith has enough power and glove for the keystone if he has to move off shortstop. Double-A will be a big test, but if he can keep his strikeout rate in check there, he would be on track to debut in early 2020.
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Elects free agency
SSFree Agent  
May 28, 2024
Smith elected to become a free agent Tuesday.
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Selected from Triple-A
SSNew York Yankees  
May 25, 2024
The Yankees selected Smith's contract from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre on Saturday.
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Outrighted to Triple-A
SSNew York Yankees  
April 20, 2024
The Yankees sent Smith outright to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre on Saturday.
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Pushed off 40-man
SSNew York Yankees  
April 18, 2024
The Yankees designated Smith for assignment Thursday.
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Added to roster
SSNew York Yankees  
April 13, 2024
The Yankees selected Smith's contract from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre on Saturday, YES Network reports.
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Seems on track for roster spot
SSNew York Yankees  
March 22, 2024
Smith could secure a spot on the Yankees' Opening Day roster if DJ LeMahieu's foot injury requires a trip to the injured list, reports Brendan Kuty of The Athletic.
ANALYSIS
Smith is in camp as a non-roster invitee and has a .647 OPS in 41 plate appearances during spring training, which is actually a step up from his .516 OPS in 114 career MLB games. The 27-year-old's strong defense, especially on the left side of the infield, likely gives him an edge for a bench spot if LeMahieu is unavailable.
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