Workman expressed gratitude for the chance to compete with the Cubs, and also praised the people in the Cubs organization. But while expressing his excitement for playing for the White Sox, he said that he wanted to beat the Cubs.

The Chicago Cubs haven’t shown much patience with their rookie infielders to begin the season. The Cubs turned to Matt Shaw and Rule 5 pick Gage Workman in March and April after missing out on Alex Bregman in the offseason.

The Chicago White Sox have acquired infielder Gage Workman in a trade with the Chicago Cubs. The White Sox sent cash to the Cubs for Workman, who was designated for assignment on Wednesday.