Shane Smith is the first Rule 5 pitcher to be named an All-Star in MLB history. He represents the White Sox in the All-Star Game on July 15. Smith is the first rookie White Sox pitcher to be selected and the first Chicago rookie since Jose Abreu in 2014. He struggled recently, with a 7.42 ERA in his last seven starts, but previously owned a 2.37 ERA in his first 13 starts, contributing to his All-Star selection. Smith's ERA ranks fifth among MLB rookies.
Shane Smith made history as the first Rule 5 pitcher to be named an All-Star in MLB history, representing the White Sox in the upcoming All-Star Game.
Smith is also the first rookie White Sox pitcher to be selected for the Midsummer Classic in almost a decade, since Jose Abreu in 2014.
Despite recent struggles, including a 7.42 ERA in his last seven starts, Smith's early season performance secured his All-Star selection.
Smith's 2.37 ERA in his initial 13 starts positioned him among the top rookie pitchers, though more recent performances have seen a decline.
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