Pete Crow-Armstrong improves hitting against lefties for Cubs in 2026
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 5:05 AM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
Pete Crow-Armstrong of the Chicago Cubs discussed his improved performance against left-handed pitchers on August 5, 2026. After batting.188 last season, he has raised his average to.285 this year against lefties, with a.405 on-base percentage. The 24-year-old attributes this change to his adjusted batting stance, which allows him better coverage and improved discipline in the strike zone. His enhanced performance adds crucial lineup flexibility for the Cubs as they pursue postseason contention.
- •Crow-Armstrong is batting.285 vs. left-handers this season.
- •Last year, he struggled with a.188 average against lefties.
- •Adjusted stance helped him cover pitches better.
- •Manager Craig Counsell benefits from lineup flexibility.
- •Cubs are competing for a postseason spot.
- 5:05 AMYahoo Sports — Cubs star Pete Crow-Armstrong breaks down improved play vs. lefties
"Chicago Cubs star Pete Crow-Armstrong explains the adjustments that transformed his success vs. left-handed pitching this year on Tuesday.
Sources
External linksOriginal reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days
MLB•Oct 20, 2026, 6:05 AMGuardians in serious trouble as Rays move one win away from World Series
MLB•Oct 20, 2026, 5:42 AMYandy Diaz helps lead Rays past Guardians with 9th inning insurance run
MLB•Oct 20, 2026, 5:24 AMCleveland Guardians Stephen Vogt Continues His Winning Managerial Path
MLB•Oct 20, 2026, 5:16 AMMets to speak with Kevin Long about position on coaching staff: report
MLB•Oct 20, 2026, 4:49 AMRays Punch Their Ticket to the World Series With 7-3 Win Over Guardians!
MLB•Oct 20, 2026, 4:43 AMBrewers grab attention with 5-word message after Rays’ ALCS win