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Pete Crow-Armstrong reflects on trade to Cubs as a blessing

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Last updated Aug 2, 2026

Pete Crow-Armstrong reflects on trade to Cubs as a blessing

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Five years after his trade to the Chicago Cubs, Pete Crow-Armstrong expresses gratitude for his time with the team. Traded from the New York Mets to the Cubs for Javier Baez in 2021, Crow-Armstrong highlights how the move positively impacted both his life and career. He has enjoyed two All-Star selections and a Gold Glove before turning 25. Crow-Armstrong now plays in front of Cubs fans at Wrigley Field, feeling at home in Chicago. The Cubs are in the midst of the 2026 MLB trade deadline.

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•Crow-Armstrong was traded to the Cubs in 2021 for Javier Baez.
•He has made two All-Star teams and won a Gold Glove.
•Crow-Armstrong enjoys playing at Wrigley Field for Cubs fans.
•The Cubs are currently approaching the 2026 MLB trade deadline.

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Five years after being traded to Chicago, Pete Crow-Armstrong talks about the blessing its been to be a member of the Cubs.
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Yahoo SportsAug 2, 2026, 4:30 AM
Why trade to Cubs was a ‘blessing’ for Pete Crow-Armstrong
Five years after being traded to Chicago, Pete Crow-Armstrong talks about the blessing its been to be a member of the Cubs.

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