Pete Crow-Armstrong excels as Cubs close gap in NL Central

Chicago Cubs outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong continues a strong 2026 season, demonstrating notable improvement from last year. The Cubs have won nine of their last 12 games, making a push toward the playoffs as they trail the Milwaukee Brewers by three games. Crow-Armstrong is performing at an elite level, with impressive statistics including a.965 OPS since the All-Star break and a major league-best 22 outs above average. Despite past struggles, he remains focused on maintaining his performance and positioning himself as a candidate for the NL MVP award. With each game, his contributions help the Cubs in their pursuit of a division title.

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