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From weight-gaining regimen to Triple-A success, Royals prospect Nicky Lopez doing all he can to reach the majors - The Athletic
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Preferring patience over power, Royals' Nicky Lopez is on the doorstep of the big leagues - The Athletic
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Lopez, Naperville Central grad, Royals' 2B hoping MLB season starts soon
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Nicky Lopez's role with Kansas City Royals could change
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KC Royals: Why Nicky Lopez should be the 2022 shortstop
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Royals star, Naperville Central grad Nicky Lopez comes home to raise money in memory of fallen friend
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Nicky Lopez honored pregame, 09/20/2022
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2013 Longshots Alum Nicky Lopez gets the call up to the Majors!
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It was an absolutely amazing day': Naperville North's Nick Solak stars in debut with Texas Rangers
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There Will Be No Nicky Lopez Renaissance for KC Royals in 2022 - Sports Illustrated Kansas City Royals News, Analysis and More
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Nicky Lopez Stats, Fantasy & News
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Raised Royal Reflections: Nicky Lopez, A year ago this month, Nicky Lopez's dream came true. Full video 👉 .com/Royals, By Kansas City Royals
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Kansas City Royals prospect Nicky Lopez ties career high with five hits for Omaha