Last winter’s Rule 5 draft saw 15 players selected, with some making their major league debuts after impressing in Spring Training. Notable performances include Shane Smith (White Sox) securing a rotation spot with a 2.04 ERA, Liam Hicks (Marlins) serving as backup catcher, and Gage Workman (Cubs) making the Opening Day roster despite limited playing time. Other players like Angel Bastardo (Blue Jays) and Nate Lavender (Rays) are currently on the injured list, while several draftees, including Evan Reifert and Cooper Bowman, were returned to their original organizations due to performance issues.
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Rule 5 Draft Update: April Edition
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