Shane Smith allowed two earned runs on two hits and four walks while striking out three over 5.2 innings in Tuesday's loss to the Twins.

Fantasy Impact

Despite a solid ERA of 3.18 and a low BABIP of .133 this season, Smith's 4.8 K/9 and a concerning 0.75 strikeout-to-walk ratio raise red flags for his fantasy viability. His inability to limit walks could lead to trouble in future outings, making him a risky option in deeper leagues moving forward.

Shane Smith will be making his MLB debut on Tuesday against the Twins.

Fantasy Impact

Smith is someone to monitor, but he won't immediately be on the fantasy radar.

White Sox manager Pedro Grifol confirmed Thursday that Shane Smith will open the season as part of the team’s starting rotation, per Scott Merkin of MLB.com.

Fantasy Impact

A Rule 5 pick this offseason, Smith locked down a rotation spot after an impressive spring showing, posting a 3.38 ERA with an 11:4 K:BB over 10.2 innings across four Cactus League starts. He outperformed Bryse Wilson, who will shift to a long-relief role. By earning a rotation job out of camp, Smith becomes an immediate player to watch in deeper formats, especially if he can maintain his strong command at the big-league level.

Shane Smith has earned a place on the White Sox’s Opening Day roster, per team updates, shining as a Rule 5 pick in Cactus League play.

Fantasy Impact

Smith’s 3.38 ERA and 11:4 K:BB over 10.2 innings in 4 spring starts clinch his White Sox roster spot, possibly as the fifth starter over Bryse Wilson, though his role’s unconfirmed. The 24-year-old impresses. Fantasy managers in deeper leagues should roster him, banking on his arm for early value in Chicago’s 2025 rotation or bullpen if he lands the starting gig.