With the fifth pick in the 2024 MLB Draft, the Chicago White Sox selected Hagen Smith, a left-hander from Arkansas.
The 20-year-old is the top southpaw available and has some of the best stuff among any of the pitchers in this draft, touching 100 mph with his fastball and featuring a devastating slider.
Bio
Age: 20
Position: LHP
Height/Weight: 6-3, 225 lbs
Bats/Throws: L/L
School: Arkansas
Pick value (5th): $7,763,700
2024 Stats
| IP | W-L | ERA | WHIP | K |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 84 | 9-2 | 2.04 | 0.89 | 161 |
Tools
- Fastball (94-97 mph, touches 100)
- Slider (65-grade)
- Intriguing splitter
Why fans will love this player
- Tied Texas prep record with seven no-hitters in 2021
- Southeastern Conference Pitcher of the Year
- Struck out 17 on 78 pitches vs. Oregon State
Things he'll need to overcome
- Find consistent command of splitter
- Had Tommy John surgery in high school
