As Joe Espada aspired to be a big league manager, he dreamed of one day making a future player’s call-up to the Major Leagues a special moment.

A night before giving her son the news he had awaited all his life, Stephanie Hocza received a phone call. The Houston Astros had decided to carry Cam Smith, the 22-year-old top prospect, on their opening day roster.

Now, call Cam Smith a major leaguer. Smith made the Houston Astros’ Opening Day roster, three league sources told The Athletic on Tuesday, completing his six-week captivation of an entire coaching staff and clubhouse.