Pete Crow-Armstrong impresses as Cubs leadoff hitter during homestand
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 11:30 AM
Last updated Jun 21, 2026
Pete Crow-Armstrong has established himself as a key player at the top of the Cubs lineup since becoming the leadoff hitter on May 23. His on-base percentage has improved significantly, with an OPS increase from.682 to.884. Over the past five games, he has hit four home runs, bringing his total to 16 for the season. Crow-Armstrong’s ability to draw walks has also increased, evidenced by 28 walks so far this year, a substantial rise from his last season's 29. His offensive contributions have coincided with the Cubs' improved performances, including scoring 16 runs in a recent game, although they faced a setback in an 8-6 loss to the Blue Jays. He is expected to maintain his leadoff position moving forward as the Cubs aim for consistency.
- •Pete Crow-Armstrong has homered four times in five games.
- •His OPS has increased by over 200 points since May 23.
- •Crow-Armstrong leads the Cubs with 16 home runs and 18 stolen bases.
- •The Cubs scored 16 runs in one game but lost 8-6 to the Blue Jays.
- •Manager Craig Counsell is expected to keep Crow-Armstrong as the leadoff hitter.
- 11:49 AMYahoo Sports — Where Pete Crow-Armstrong ranks among hitters since becoming Chicago Cubs leadoff
- 11:30 AMYahoo Sports — Number 1 PCA: Pete Crow-Armstrong rolling at top of Cubs order
"Since May 23, Pete Crow-Armstrong has been the leadoff hitter in Craig Counsell’s lineup all but four times. In that same timeframe, Crow-Armstrong’s OPS has gone up by over 200...
"Pete Crow-Armstrong’s move to the top of the Cubs lineup has become one of the most impactful individual storylines of the MLB season. This is no longer just a minor adjustment.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 21, 2026, 11:49 AMWhere Pete Crow-Armstrong ranks among hitters since becoming Chicago Cubs leadoff
Pete Crow-Armstrong’s move to the top of the Cubs lineup has become one of the most impactful individual storylines of the MLB season. This is no longer just a minor adjustment.
- Yahoo SportsJun 21, 2026, 11:30 AMNumber 1 PCA: Pete Crow-Armstrong rolling at top of Cubs order
Since May 23, Pete Crow-Armstrong has been the leadoff hitter in Craig Counsell’s lineup all but four times. In that same timeframe, Crow-Armstrong’s OPS has gone up by over 200...
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