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Road to The Rate: A Minor League Podcast

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The road to 35th and Shields starts here. Road to The Rate is your all-access look at the future of the Chicago White Sox, hosted by Connor McKnight. We spotlight the rising stars across the Sox’s farm system — from Charlotte to Birmingham, Winston-Salem to Kannapolis — with in-depth analysis, exclusive interviews, and scouting insights. If you’re passionate about player development, prospect rankings, and the next wave of talent headed to Rate Field, this is your show. Whether it’s draft picks making their pro debut or Triple-A standouts knocking on the door, Road to The Rate tracks every step of the Sox farm system on their way to The Show.

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May 21, 2026

Colby Shelton talks early-season success and Ben Peoples breaks down first save

Connor McKnight catches up with two of the White Sox organization’s rising names in a packed edition of Road to the Rate. First, top prospect Colby Shelton joins the show to reflect on his standout start in Winston-Salem, earning Player of the Month honors, and the moment he got the call to Double-A Birmingham. Shelton opens up about adjusting to tougher competition, refining his approach at the plate, and why developing a stronger “internal clock” has become a major focus as he continues climbing the system. The conversation also dives into Shelton’s first spring training experience, the evolution of his mindset as a hitter, and the teammates who helped ease the transition to the Birmingham clubhouse. Later, Connor sits down with White Sox pitching prospect Ben Peoples to discuss recording the first save of his professional career, overcoming an uncommon shoulder injury, and the path that led him from starter conversations with the Tampa Bay Rays organization to becoming a reliever after arriving in the Adrian Houser trade. Peoples also breaks down his pitch mix, bullpen routines, preparing for back-to-back outings, and the mentality he’s carrying while working toward his first big league opportunity with the Chicago White Sox.

May 1, 2026

Paul Janish on Braden Montgomery’s Surge, Jacob Gonzalez’s Bounce-Back, and more

In this episode of Road to the Rate, Connor McKnight takes listeners inside the Chicago White Sox player development system with Paul Janish, breaking down how everyday interactions help shape the growth of the organization’s youngest talent. He explores conversations with players like Schultz and Antonacci, along with how the staff supports prospects navigating struggles or adjusting after being sent down to the minors. It’s a behind-the-scenes look at the structure and communication driving development at every level. Connor also dives into several key prospects making noise within the system, including Jacob Gonzalez’s bounce-back, Braden Montgomery’s early-season adjustment followed by a strong surge, and what that could mean for his future. The episode continues with Colby Shelton’s success, how the organization determines defensive positions for prospects, and what Samuel Zavala has shown so far. It wraps with updates on pitching prospects Hagen Smith and Tanner McDougal, offering a full snapshot of the next wave of White Sox talent.

April 14, 2026

Noah Schultz and Billy Carlson on their strong starts to 2026

On this episode of Road to the Rate, Connor McKnight is joined by the White Sox top prospects Noah Schultz and Billy Carlson. Schultz dives into the importance of daily catch play, the feedback he actively seeks from teammates, and how he’s refining his arsenal with the cutter and slider. He also discusses building toward pitching deeper into games, the routines helping him get there, and what he took away from last season’s injury setbacks. From evaluating past tape to regaining his velocity, Schultz shares how he’s staying present while being on the cusp of a big league call-up within the organization’s pitching philosophy. Then, shortstop Billy Carlson jumps on to talk about his strong start to the season. He gets into whether this spring training felt different, how swing decision reports are shaping his approach, and the adjustments he’s made at the plate. Carlson also opens up about embracing pressure, the confidence he draws from his defense, and the specific areas he’s focused on as he continues setting goals and building toward 2026.

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What is Road to The Rate: A Minor League Podcast?: The road to 35th and Shields starts here. Road to The Rate is your all-access look at the future of the Chicago White Sox, hosted by Connor McKnight. We spotlight the rising stars across the Sox’s farm system — from Charlotte to Birmingham, Winston-Salem to Kannapolis — with in-depth analysis, exclusive interviews, and scouting insights.

If you’re passionate about player development, prospect rankings, and the next wave of talent headed to Rate Field, this is your show. Whether it’s draft picks making their pro debut or Triple-A standouts knocking on the door, Road to The Rate tracks every step of the Sox farm system on their way to The Show.
How often does this podcast release new episodes?: This podcast updates daily.
Where can I listen to this podcast?: This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
Does this podcast accept guests?: Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.

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