The White Sox announced that Rule 5 pick Shane Smith made the team after a strong spring training performance, demonstrating his potential comeback after previous injuries. Meanwhile, Drew Thorpe faced elbow discomfort, casting uncertainty over the team's pitching staff. Smith, an undrafted free agent from the Brewers, had successful seasons prior to his surgery, and his recent stats, including a 3.05 ERA and impressive strikeout rate, secured his place on the roster. Manager Will Venable confirmed that Smith's performance greatly influenced the decision to include him in the team.
Smith's impressive performance during spring training, where he recorded 10 2/3 innings with 11 strikeouts, has earned him a pivotal spot on the White Sox's Opening Day roster, highlighting a comeback from injury and uncertainty.
Despite the solid numbers, the Brewers didn’t add Smith to their 40-man roster, which allowed the White Sox to pick him in the Rule 5 draft, thus opening a major league opportunity.
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