The Chicago White Sox are experiencing a challenging 2025 season, currently lying at the bottom of the AL Central with a 26-55 record under new manager Will Venable. Despite their struggles, there are standout performances from Rule 5 Draft picks Shane Smith and Mike Vasil, who have had impressive rookie seasons. Smith, the No. 1 overall pick, began strong but faced recent challenges, while Vasil has emerged as one of the top rookies in MLB, showing promise for the team's future as they aim to rebuild.
"Two White Sox pitchers are proving it's possible for Rule 5 Draft picks to achieve immediate success, with Shane Smith and Mike Vasil both excelling in their first seasons."
"Shane Smith had a 2.37 ERA through his first 13 major league starts, positioning him as a potential All-Star before tougher outings raised his season ERA."
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