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Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong Predicted to Earn Nine-Figure Extension
Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong Predicted to Earn Nine-Figure Extension originally appeared on Athlon Sports. For all of the Kyle Tucker contract talk, there is another, emerging outfielder worthy of a big payday from the Chicago Cubs. Advertisement Pete Crow-Armstrong's breakout season has helped catapult the Cubs atop the National League Central and justified their win-now mode mentality. However, Crow-Armstrong, looking like the next big thing in Chicago, comes at an expensive price. Here is what Patrick Mooney of The Athletic told 'Foul Territory' about a Crow-Armstrong extension: 'Clearly, it's a nine-figure commitment.' After reportedly refusing a $75 million offer earlier this spring, Crow-Armstrong has propelled himself into previously unforeseen territory. He is under team control until 2030, and the Cubs do not necessarily need to rush into any long-term commitment just yet. Chicago Cubs outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong (4) runs the bases after hitting a home run against the Colorado Rockies during the fourth inning at Wrigley Banks-Imagn Images But, should this meteoric trajectory continue, Chicago should do everything in its power to secure Crow-Armstrong before he is too pricey. Advertisement The Cubs currently have only two players making more than $20 million annually (Dansby Swanson, $28 million, and Ian Happ, $21 million). Crow-Armstrong is more than worthy of joining that group. The 23-year-old is batting .275 with a .866 OPS, a 142 OPS+, 15 home runs, and 16 stolen bases on 19 attempts through 56 games. He also leads the National League in WAR (3.0) and has further established himself as a premier defensive center fielder. Perhaps this is too small a sample size for Chicago's liking, and it would be wise to see if Crow-Armstrong can maintain this pace over 162 games. But his metrics are impressive, and aside from a poor 9:58 BB:K ratio, there is no reason he can not earn hundreds of millions on his next deal. Even if the Cubs do not retain Tucker, they have a budding superstar to fall back on. Advertisement Related: Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong Breaks Silence on Unfortunate Timeline for Contract Extension Related: Cubs Called Trade Fit for 98-HR Slugger at Position of Uncertainty This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on May 30, 2025, where it first appeared.
Newsweek
2 days ago
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Cubs Off to Best Start in Almost 10 Years Thanks to These Two Outfielders
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. After back-to-back disappointing seasons for the Chicago Cubs, this year felt like the make-or-break season. Between having the highest paid manager in MLB, the acquisition of superstar Kyle Tucker and other things, Chicago needed this season to be the one in which it got back on track. The season is a little over 1/3 of the way complete and it appears the Cubs have done just that. Chicago is a season-high 14 games over .500, its best start through 56 games since it started 40-16 in 2016. Not all of the success, but most of it, can be attributed to two players that are well on their way to their first All-Star Game appearances. CINCINNATI, OHIO - MAY 23: Pete Crow-Armstrong #4 of the Chicago Cubs celebrates with teammate Seiya Suzuki #27 after hitting a two-run home run during the fourth inning of a baseball game against the Cincinnati... CINCINNATI, OHIO - MAY 23: Pete Crow-Armstrong #4 of the Chicago Cubs celebrates with teammate Seiya Suzuki #27 after hitting a two-run home run during the fourth inning of a baseball game against the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park on May 23, 2025 in Cincinnati, Ohio MoreSeiya Suzuki, OF/DH Suzuki was a solid player in each of his first three seasons in the MLB, and he is finally having his breakout year in his fourth. He is currently batting .273 with a .903 OPS and an MLB-best 51 RBI. He has constantly produced in the middle of the Cubs order and has made himself the perfect No. 3 hitter between Kyle Tucker and another player we'll get to in a moment. Suzuki is well on pace to break his career-high home run total of 21 that he set two seasons ago, and with continued run production and slugging, he could find himself as a dark-horse MVP candidate. Pete Crow-Armstrong, CF Much like Suzuki, Crow-Armstrong is undoubtedly in the middle of his breakout season and at just 23 years old, we could be getting a glimpse at the next 10 years of his career. Crow-Armstrong has a .275 average with a team-leading 15 home runs. He is second ine MLB with 50 RBI, just one behind his teammate. Crow-Armstrong has also been a weapon on the bases, as he is 16-for-19 in stolen base chances. He leads the National League with a 3.2 WAR, and trails only Aaron Judge for the MLB lead. He has rapidly positioned himself as a front-line MVP candidate and it is looking more and more likely that both he and Suzuki will make their first career All-Star game appearances this season. we interrupt your wednesday evening with a PCA home run. enjoy! — Chicago Cubs (@Cubs) May 29, 2025 More MLB: Phillies Executive Reveals Call-Up Plan for Top Prospect Andrew Painter
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3 days ago
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Crow-Armstrong homers and Boyd pitches Cubs to 2-1 win over Rockies
Colorado Rockies designated hitter Orlando Arcia (8) runs the bases after hitting a single during the third inning of a baseball game against the Chicago Cubs, Wednesday, May 28, 2025, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Erin Hooley) Chicago Cubs pitcher Daniel Palencia (48) celebrates after striking out Colorado Rockies' Hunter Goodman (15) to win a baseball game Wednesday, May 28, 2025, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Erin Hooley) Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Matthew Boyd (16) throws against the Colorado Rockies during the first inning of a baseball game Wednesday, May 28, 2025, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Erin Hooley) Chicago Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong (4) runs the bases after hitting a solo home run during the fourth inning of a baseball game against the Colorado Rockies, Wednesday, May 28, 2025, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Erin Hooley) Chicago Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong (4) runs the bases after hitting a solo home run during the fourth inning of a baseball game against the Colorado Rockies, Wednesday, May 28, 2025, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Erin Hooley) Chicago Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong (4) runs the bases after hitting a solo home run during the fourth inning of a baseball game against the Colorado Rockies, Wednesday, May 28, 2025, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Erin Hooley) Colorado Rockies designated hitter Orlando Arcia (8) runs the bases after hitting a single during the third inning of a baseball game against the Chicago Cubs, Wednesday, May 28, 2025, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Erin Hooley) Chicago Cubs pitcher Daniel Palencia (48) celebrates after striking out Colorado Rockies' Hunter Goodman (15) to win a baseball game Wednesday, May 28, 2025, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Erin Hooley) Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Matthew Boyd (16) throws against the Colorado Rockies during the first inning of a baseball game Wednesday, May 28, 2025, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Erin Hooley) Chicago Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong (4) runs the bases after hitting a solo home run during the fourth inning of a baseball game against the Colorado Rockies, Wednesday, May 28, 2025, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Erin Hooley) Chicago Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong (4) runs the bases after hitting a solo home run during the fourth inning of a baseball game against the Colorado Rockies, Wednesday, May 28, 2025, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Erin Hooley) CHICAGO (AP) — Pete Crow-Armstrong hit his 15th home run, Matthew Boyd tossed six innings of four-hit ball and the Chicago Cubs edged the Colorado Rockies 2-1 on Wednesday night for their fourth straight win. Seiya Suzuki doubled in a run and rookie Matt Shaw had two hits for the NL Central leaders, who have won 10 of 12. Advertisement Boyd (5-2) allowed just an unearned run while striking out eight and walking none. Three relievers followed, with Daniel Palencia pitching a perfect ninth for his fourth save. Tyler Freeman had a sacrifice fly for the Rockies, who lost their fifth straight and fell to 9-47 — the worst record in the majors. Orlando Arcia, who signed with Colorado earlier in the day, singled in his first two at-bats with his new team. Arcia was released by Atlanta on Sunday after batting .194 in 14 games with the Braves. Tanner Gordon (1-2) permitted two runs and six hits in 4 2/3 innings for the Rockies. Boyd retired 13 of his first 14 batters. Arcia singled leading off the third. Advertisement Chicago jumped ahead 1-0 in the first on Suzuki's double to the left-center wall. Crow-Armstrong made it 2-0 in the fourth when he golfed a low curveball down the right-field line. Key moment Boyd got through a shaky sixth and exited ahead 2-1. Chicago led 2-0 when Mickey Moniak led off with a single. Jordan Beck followed with a drive to left that Ian Happ caught at the wall. Moniak advanced to third on Boyd's wild pickoff attempt and scored on Freeman's sac fly, caught by Crow-Armstrong against the center-field wall. Key stat Shaw is 13 for 34 (.382) since being recalled from Triple-A Iowa on May 20. Advertisement Up next Rockies LHP Kyle Freeland (0-7, 5.86 ERA) faces Mets LHP David Peterson (3-2, 2.79) on Friday in New York. The Cubs host Cincinnati on Friday. Neither team had announced a scheduled starter. ___ AP MLB:
Newsweek
3 days ago
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Cubs Interested In Negotiating Extension In-Season For Breakout Star
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. According to Patrick Mooney of The Athletic, the Chicago Cubs are interested in locking up their budding star, Pete Crow-Armstrong, with a long-term extension. With Crow-Armstrong's start to the season, the Cubs might be trying to get a deal done sooner rather than later because his value is skyrocketing. CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - MAY 26: Pete Crow-Armstrong #4 of the Chicago Cubs bats in a game against the Colorado Rockies at Wrigley Field on May 26, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois. CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - MAY 26: Pete Crow-Armstrong #4 of the Chicago Cubs bats in a game against the Colorado Rockies at Wrigley Field on May 26, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois. Photo by Matt Dirksen/The Cubs centerfielder is in the midst of a breakout season at the plate, hitting .274 with 14 home runs entering Wednesday. The Cubs and Crow-Armstrong had initially traded proposals around the end of spring training, but nothing was agreed upon at the time. With Crow-Armstrong making a strong case for the National League MVP award in just his second season it is understandable that the Cubs are interested in getting a deal in place soon. Crow-Armstrong does not want to discuss contracts during the season and wants to be focused on the season. While the Cubs and Crow-Armstrong's agency, Creative Artists Agency, do not have any organizational rules barring contract discussions, the Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer said the club is allowing Crow-Armstong to focus on baseball. Crow-Armstong is not only getting the job done at the plate, but the youngster is playing at a Gold Glove-level in defensively while possessing game wrecking speed on the bases. Crow-Armstrong was underwhelming last season but is breaking out in a big way and is well on his way to earn a big pay day. The Cubs have Crow-Armstrong under team control through 2030 so there is some leeway in their extension talks but it may serve the team well to reach an agreement before Crow-Armstrong is arbitration-eligible. More MLB: Cubs Sign Former Arch Rival Reliever To Help Struggling Bullpen
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4 days ago
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Cade Horton's six strikeouts
Zack Scott explains his side of the infamous Pete Crow-Armstrong trade | Baseball Night in NY On Baseball Night in New York, former Mets acting general manager Zack Scott, explains why he orchestrated the trade that sent the Mets' fifth-ranked prospect at the time, Pete Crow-Armstrong, to the Cubs for Javier Baez at the trade deadline in 2021. 1:01 Now Playing Paused Ad Playing
