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Rangers super utility man rightfully left off Gold Glove despite defensive versatility

Not only is Josh Smith transitioning into a reliable offensive weapon for the Texas Rangers, he's perhaps one of the most underrated all-around the diamond utility player in Major League Baseball.

The 28-year-old LSU alum was once seen as one of the top prospects in baseball when he was one of the centerpieces in the trade that sent Joey Gallo to the New York Yankees in 2021. However, it was still unclear exactly what caliber of a big league player he'd be.

Now, after his fourth season with Texas, Smith is blossoming into a category of his own.