Pete Crow-Armstrong: Cubs’ Superstar on the Verge of a Historic MVP Season and a Mega-Deal
In a development that has electrified the Chicago Cubs fanbase, ESPN’s Jeff Passan reported tonight that the team and star center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong are finalizing a contract extension. While details on the length and exact figures remain undisclosed, Bob Nightengale has indicated the deal will exceed $100 million—a figure that seems almost inevitable given Crow-Armstrong’s meteoric rise. This news comes as Crow-Armstrong is not only cementing his status as the face of the franchise but also positioning himself as the front-runner for the National League MVP award.
According to FanGraphs, Crow-Armstrong leads the NL with a remarkable 6.1 WAR, outpacing even the formidable Shohei Ohtani. With Ohtani’s pitching future uncertain, Crow-Armstrong’s unique blend of elite offense, Gold Glove-caliber defense, and game-changing speed on the basepaths has made him the clear favorite as September approaches. His performance has been nothing short of historic; with 27 games remaining, he is on pace to surpass all but Rogers Hornsby in several offensive categories, and he could even challenge for the top spot in Cubs history by season’s end.
Beyond the numbers, Crow-Armstrong’s impact is felt in the clubhouse and on the field. Recently, he admitted to feeling jitters before a game against the Cincinnati Reds at Wrigley Field—not from the opposing pitcher, but from sharing the batting cages with Cubs legends Sammy Sosa and Billy Williams during a ceremony honoring the franchise’s 150th anniversary team. “If anything, the most intimidating part of today was doing my pregame routine in front of Sammy Sosa and Billy Williams,” he said, showing a humility that endears him to fans and teammates alike.
However, the Cubs’ recent success hasn’t been without controversy. For the second time in a week, the team was left fuming over balk-related drama following a tough defeat in Phoenix. Despite these setbacks, Crow-Armstrong’s leadership and on-field brilliance have kept the Cubs in contention. As the extension looms, one thing is clear: Pete Crow-Armstrong is not just a rising star—he
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