White Sox Mistake Is Directly Benefiting The Guardians

The Rule 5 Draft has been kind to the White Sox of late. Shane Smith, the team’s first overall pick in 2024, ended up having one of the better rookie seasons by a Rule 5 pick in recent memory. Mike Vasil also had a strong rookie season after being acquired as a Rule 5 player last March. Jedixson Paez, this year’s top pick, will likely make the Opening Day roster and have an opportunity to show what he can do as well.

For all these success stories, it appears the White Sox front office...