Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong Strengthens MVP Case
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The MVP Factor: Can Anyone Stop Pete Crow-Armstrong’s Momentum?
Pete Crow-Armstrong has been dominating the National League this season, with numbers that are making a strong case for him to win the Most Valuable Player award. Only Shohei Ohtani poses a real threat to his bid.
Crow-Armstrong’s performance on August 17th against the Chicago White Sox was typical of his sustained level of play. He hit two home runs, including a walk-off homer in extra innings, and finished with four hits, two of which were homers, for a .282/.381/.555 slash line.
The Cubs made out well when they traded for Crow-Armstrong in 2021, giving up infielder Javier Baez and pitcher Trevor Williams. As a high school player, Crow-Armstrong showed signs of being a top-notch hitter, and his development has been rapid.
His statistics are impressive: 25 doubles, seven triples, 31 home runs, 79 RBIs, and 31 stolen bases in just 483 at-bats. But it’s not just about the raw stats – Crow-Armstrong is a sparkplug who has quickly become an integral part of the Cubs’ lineup.
While Ohtani is undeniably a game-changer as a two-way player, Crow-Armstrong has momentum on his side. His WAR stands at 7.7, with a .282 batting average and .381 on-base percentage to boot. He’s already been named an All-Star twice, in 2025 and this season.
The question now is whether Crow-Armstrong can maintain this level of performance for the rest of the season. If he does, it’s hard to see how anyone – including Ohtani – will be able to top him come award time. The MVP voters may consider sentiment when casting their ballots, and there could be a shift in favor of Crow-Armstrong.
Whatever the outcome, one thing is clear: Pete Crow-Armstrong is a force to be reckoned with on the baseball field. His talent, work ethic, and dedication have made him an MVP candidate, and he’s not going anywhere anytime soon.
Reader Views
- MTMarcus T. · small-business owner
It's time for someone to put up or shut up against Crow-Armstrong. The kid's been on fire all season, and his trade from the Cardinals in '21 is looking like a steal. What I'd love to see is how he performs under the microscope of playoff baseball. Can he keep this level of production when every pitch counts? His WAR may be impressive, but it's not just about individual accolades – it's about delivering when it matters most. The real test is yet to come for Crow-Armstrong.
- TNThe Newsroom Desk · editorial
The narrative that Pete Crow-Armstrong's meteoric rise began in 2021 when the Cubs traded for him ignores the fact that his impressive development was well-documented even as a high school player. Some would argue that this head start gives him an unfair advantage over Shohei Ohtani, who has carried his team on his back with both bat and arm. While Crow-Armstrong's numbers are undeniably dazzling, voters should consider the structural disparities between his situation and Ohtani's, lest we award a player solely based on privileged circumstances.
- DHDr. Helen V. · economist
While Pete Crow-Armstrong's impressive stats and momentum make him a strong MVP candidate, we shouldn't forget that the award isn't just about individual performance, but also about team context. The Cubs' decision to trade for Crow-Armstrong in 2021 may be seen as a savvy move by GMs around the league, but it's worth noting that their roster construction and strategic deployment of resources also contribute to his success. Can Crow-Armstrong sustain this level of production if he were to switch teams or face more intense defensive focus?
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