Smith and Vasil, both selected in the Rule 5 draft, have emerged as key players for the struggling White Sox. The Rule 5 draft allows teams to select players unprotected from minor league rosters, requiring them to remain on the major league squad all season. Despite most selected players failing to stick, Smith and Vasil are posting impressive ERAs, suggesting they could contribute meaningfully to the team's future. Their performances might even lead them to the All-Star Game, highlighting the potential of Rule 5 picks to surprise.
"Obviously Mike and I are, I think, putting our best foot forward as of now," Smith said. "The biggest thing we can do is just keep it going, keep doing the same stuff."
"I've spent my whole life trying to get here," he said. "So I think it's already hard to put the thoughts of the Rule 5 completely aside, but I’m focused on my performance."
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