Braden Montgomery, the Chicago White Sox's top prospect, was named the Minor League Player of the Week for April 13-19, 2026, after an outstanding performance with the Birmingham Barons. He achieved a staggering 1.840 OPS by going 12-for-20 at the plate, which included a home run, five doubles, two triples, and seven RBIs. His contributions were pivotal in helping the Barons recover from a rough start to the season, ultimately splitting their series against Rocket City. Montgomery's performance underscores his potential as a future star for the White Sox. Meanwhile, Shane Smith of the Charlotte Knights also made headlines with an impressive five-inning shutout against the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp, marking a positive turn in his season. In addition, Colby Shelton from the Winston-Salem Dash had a remarkable week, achieving a 1.614 OPS and leading his team to a strong record.