The Book on Justin Smoak

Prospect Info

Justin Smoak
Born 12/5/1986
1B, SEA

Justin Smoak was a part of a 2008 draft class heavy on hard-hitting corner infielders, though he was a bit of an odd pick for Texas, considering how many 1B options the Rangers already had. A part of the deal to acquire Cliff Lee in the middle of 2010, Smoak became the long-term first base solution in Seattle immediately. With a smooth, easy swing and decent power, he should be able to anchor the Mariner lineup for years to come.

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Player Updates and Notes

Justin Smoak was traded to the Seattle Mariners as the key piece of a deal to acquire pitcher Cliff Lee. Smoak has been scuffling in his MLB debut this season, but maybe the move to a lower-pressure environment will be good for the young hitter.

7/9/2010 by KDaddy

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Justin Smoak was called up to the Rangers today. Given the disappointing start by Chris Davis, Smoak could carve out a permanent job by simply playing league-average defense and hitting better than .150. We expect he'll do a bit better than that, too.

4/23/2010 by KDaddy

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