Frequently Asked Questions
What happens if the White Sox don't put Jedixson Paez and Alexander Alberto on the Opening Day roster?
If they don't make the Opening Day roster, both players must be placed on outright waivers. If unclaimed, the White Sox would have to offer them back to their original teams for $50,000 - the Red Sox for Paez and the Rays for Alberto.
How have Jedixson Paez and Alexander Alberto performed in spring training?
Both have struggled with poor ERAs and WHIPs. Paez has a 10.13 ERA and 1.69 WHIP in 5.1 innings, while Alberto has a 9.53 ERA and 2.29 WHIP in 5.2 innings.
How many bullpen spots are available for Paez and Alberto on the White Sox roster?
There are only two bullpen spots up for grabs at most, with six players already locked in. One spot will likely go to a second lefty, leaving just one spot for Paez and Alberto to compete for against veterans like Tyson Miller, Austin Voth, and Lucas Sims.
What is the difference in experience between these Rule 5 picks and last year's Shane Smith?
Paez and Alberto have never pitched above High-A level, while Shane Smith and Mike Vasil had already reached Triple-A before joining the White Sox. This inexperience could work against them as the team is no longer in a deep rebuild.
Why would losing Paez and Alberto matter to the White Sox organization?
The White Sox clearly saw potential in both pitchers when they selected them in the Rule 5 draft, and each is currently on the organization's top 30 prospect list per MLB.com. Losing them wouldn't be inconsequential to the organization.
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