Yes!

Mr. Cub. One of the most talented men to ever play the game and one of the classiest. My first MLB game was a Cubs/Braves game at Wrigley in '69. Ernie signed my program and spent a minute or two making chit-chat with a smart-ass 12 year old kid, which was the thrill of my life, at that time. Can't help you with the mystery of your Dad being a SS Cubs fan, Scott. My best friend in high school was a South Side suburban transplant and he HATED the Cubs. The Sox were pretty bad for most of the time that I was growing up. But, they had some great players: Richie Allen was a standout, even though his best days were behind him (as a Phillie) by the time he graced Comiskey Park.