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Pete Crow-Armstrong's Historic Surge | Chicago News
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- Jul 12, 2026
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Pete Crow-Armstrong is rewriting Cubs history with a historic season—leading all position players in fWAR, crushing 15 homers in 37 games, hitting for the cycle, and joining elite company with multiple 20-20 seasons. His .259 OPS in June rivals legends like Ruth and Gehrig, while teammates marvel at his consistent power and precision. Beyond offense, his Gold Glove defense and aggressive base-running make him a complete player. Legends like Conforto and Swanson credit his success to unmatched work ethic, and his impact has lifted the whole lineup. As the Cubs hold the NL’s top wild-card spot, Crow-Armstrong—selected as the team’s lone All-Star—leads with a rare blend of talent, grit, and grace, proving he’s the heart of a championship-caliber team. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/66bba7854bc28c42