Pete Crow-Armstrong hits leadoff home run against White Sox
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 12:40 AM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026
Pete Crow-Armstrong of the Chicago Cubs hit a leadoff home run in the first inning against the Chicago White Sox on August 19. This marked his 31st home run of the season and his second consecutive leadoff home run in the Crosstown Series. Crow-Armstrong has had a standout performance this week, hitting three home runs overall as he aims for the MVP award. His current season stats include a.281 batting average, 30 home runs, 78 RBIs, and 31 stolen bases. The Cubs are looking to secure a strong finish to the season as they compete in the Crosstown Series.
- •Crow-Armstrong's leadoff home run is his second in as many days.
- •He has hit three home runs during the Crosstown Series.
- •His current season includes 30 home runs and 31 stolen bases.
- •Crow-Armstrong is seeking the MVP award, competing against Shohei Ohtani.
- •The Cubs aim for a successful finish to the season amidst playoff contention.
- 12:40 AMYahoo Sports — Pete Crow-Armstrong continues to enhance MVP case with another leadoff home run vs. White Sox
- 12:40 AMYahoo Sports — Pete Crow-Armstrong bolsters MVP case with another leadoff home run vs. White Sox
"PCA has been on fire during this week's Crosstown Series with three home runs already.
"PCA has hit two leadoff home runs in as many games against the Sox this week.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 19, 2026, 12:40 AMPete Crow-Armstrong continues to enhance MVP case with another leadoff home run vs. White Sox
PCA has been on fire during this week's Crosstown Series with three home runs already.
- Yahoo SportsAug 19, 2026, 12:40 AMPete Crow-Armstrong bolsters MVP case with another leadoff home run vs. White Sox
PCA has hit two leadoff home runs in as many games against the Sox this week.
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