This does not come as a surprise after four strong seasons within the Mets organization. Most recently, Smith played 130 games with the former Binghamton Mets throughout the 2016 season. During that span, the first baseman hit .302 with 14 home runs and 91 RBIs, along with 29 doubles.
Those 14 home runs were accumulated over the course of 542 plate appearances. This is a step in the right direction after hitting just 10 during his first 1,221.
This is the second consecutive season in which Smith was listed in this spot. He sits just behind Josh Bell of the Pirates and Cody Bellinger of the Dodgers.