Pete Crow-Armstrong eyes 40-40 season with Cubs in 2026

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Last updated Sep 22, 2026

Pete Crow-Armstrong eyes 40-40 season with Cubs in 2026
Summary

Cubs outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong aims to join MLB's rare 40-40 club this season. With 45 home runs and a chance to steal 40 bases, he is building on a strong MVP campaign. The 40-40 club, featuring only six players, combines home run power with base-stealing speed. Accomplishing this feat would put Crow-Armstrong alongside notable players like Shohei Ohtani and Barry Bonds. The season concludes soon, and his pursuit remains intense as the Cubs trend towards the playoffs.

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  • Pete Crow-Armstrong has 45 home runs this season.
  • He needs five more stolen bases to reach 40.
  • Only six players have accomplished a 40-40 season.
  • Recent MLB rule changes may support more base-stealing.
  • The Cubs are contending for a playoff spot this year.
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  • 3:33 PMYahoo SportsMLB's 40-40 club members: How Pete Crow-Armstrong can join Shohei Ohtani, Barry Bonds, others in baseball history
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Cubs star Pete Crow-Armstrong can put one final stamp on his MVP season by joining the 40-40 club.

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