Nicky Lopez, a utility player previously with the White Sox, shares his perspective on the Chicago Cubs-White Sox rivalry as he transitions into playing for the Cubs. He recalls his youth experiences, noting the intense rivalry and his split allegiance growing up in a family of Cubs fans. Lopez reflects on the stark contrast of his past season with the struggling White Sox to his current excitement wearing Cubs colors. The article also highlights his fond memories of attending games and moments that shaped his love for baseball.
When I was younger, it was very hostile and a very big rivalry. But everyone gets up for it, so you can see the fans getting into it.
You go from last year, where it was kind of tough to go to the ballpark every single day, to now you're 20 minutes north, and it's like, 'Man, I can't wait to go to the ballpark.'
There's pictures of me with White Sox gear on, there's pictures of me with Cubs gear on. I played Little League on a Cubs team, which was kind of funny, too.
I grew up in a family of mostly Cubs fans - my mom, brothers, and especially grandpa, Larry, who would watch the games on TV with the radio tuned in to Pat Hughes and Ron Santo.
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