John Antonoff / For the Sun-Times
MESA, Ariz. – The whiplash of Nicky Lopez’ last two seasons snapped his priorities into focus.
He ended 2023 pinch running and playing shortstop for the Braves in a National League Division Series. Then he was traded to the White Sox for their historic 121-loss season.
“I learned that I want to be a part of a winning environment,” said Lopez, a Naperville native. “I want to be a part of October baseball.