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Astros' Dezenzo Shines, Faces Tough Roster Decision

3/16/2025

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Zach Dezenzo, the promising outfield prospect for the Houston Astros, is dazzling fans with a .371 batting average this spring, pushing hard for a spot on the Opening Day roster. Yet, manager Joe Espada stresses the importance of consistent playing time, creating a tough choice. With Dezenzo's versatility and competition from Cam Smith, both may find themselves heading to Triple-A for further growth.

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Story summary

Zach Dezenzo, the promising outfield prospect for the Houston Astros, is dazzling fans with a .371 batting average this spring, pushing hard for a spot on the Opening Day roster. Yet, manager Joe Espada stresses the importance of consistent playing time, creating a tough choice. With Dezenzo's versatility and competition from Cam Smith, both may find themselves heading to Triple-A for further growth.