Shane Smith's rookie season with the Chicago White Sox saw him named to the American League All-Star team after being drafted first overall in the Rule 5 draft from the Milwaukee Brewers. This accomplishment makes him only the second player in MLB history to achieve this honor in the same season following a Rule 5 selection. He has experienced a tumultuous time, starting strong with a 2.68 ERA before struggling and now holding a 4.20 ERA over 17 starts. Despite the team's last-place standing, he represents the White Sox at the All-Star game.
Shane Smith joined Dan Uggla as the only players in MLB history to make the All-Star Team in the season after being selected as the first overall pick in the Rule 5 draft.
Shane Smith's rookie season has seen ups and downs, with a 1-3 record and a 2.68 ERA in 11 starts through May, but currently stands at 3-7 with a 4.20 ERA.
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