History of Cam Smith (baseball) in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: June 14, 2025

Cameron Vaughn Smith is an American professional baseball player who plays right field and third base for the Houston Astros in MLB. He began his MLB career in 2025.

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February 22, 2003: Cameron Smith's Birth

On February 22, 2003, Cameron Vaughn Smith was born. He would later become a professional baseball player.

2022: Sun Sentinel Player of the Year

In 2022, as a senior at Palm Beach Central High School, Cameron Smith was named the Sun Sentinel 7A-6A Player of the Year after an impressive season hitting .435 with six home runs and 32 RBIs. He was also a finalist for the Palm Beach Post's Baseball Player of the Year, and committed to Florida State University.

2023: Freshman Year at Florida State & Cape Cod League All-Star

In 2023, as a freshman at Florida State, Cameron Smith started 51 games, achieving a .258/.326/.517 batting line with 12 home runs and 36 RBIs. After the season, he played in the Cape Cod Baseball League for the Hyannis Harbor Hawks, where he was named a league all-star and received the league's Outstanding Pro Prospect award.

July 20, 2024: Signing with the Chicago Cubs

On July 20, 2024, Cameron Smith signed with the Chicago Cubs for a $5.07 million bonus after being selected in the first round of the 2024 Major League Baseball draft. He played across three minor league levels, showing strong performance.

December 13, 2024: Trade to the Houston Astros

On December 13, 2024, Cameron Smith, along with Isaac Paredes and Hayden Wesneski, was traded by the Chicago Cubs to the Houston Astros in exchange for Kyle Tucker.

2024: Sophomore Season at Florida State

In 2024, Cameron Smith entered his sophomore season as a top prospect for the Major League Baseball draft, returning as Florida State's starting third baseman.

March 27, 2025: Contract Selection and Opening Day Roster

On March 27, 2025, the Houston Astros selected Cameron Smith's contract, adding him to the Opening Day roster. He chose uniform number 11 to honor former Florida State head coach Mike Martin.