The White Sox Rule 5 Draft Strategy Has Quickly Backfired

It didn’t take long for the White Sox to pull the plug on their most recent Rule 5 draft pick. Prior to yesterday’s series finale against the Marlins, the team designated right-handed pitcher Jedixson Páez for assignment, selecting the contract of right-handed pitcher Lucas Sims from Triple-A to replace him.

Given the success the team had with Shane Smith last season, it made sense to use the Rule 5 draft again as a way to find another hidden gem. They ultimately selected Páez second overall from the Red Sox...