Did Pete Crow-Armstrong just lock up the NL MVP award with historic Cubs performance?
Pete Crow-Armstrong hit three home runs and drove in six for the Cubs, potentially delivering the defining performance of the 2026 NL MVP race.
Pete Crow-Armstrong could have secured the National League MVP award with a historic Chicago Cubs performance on August 29, 2026. The 24-year-old center fielder hit three home runs and drove in six runs in a 17-5 victory over the Cincinnati Reds at Wrigley Field. Crow-Armstrong's performance included three homers, six RBIs, and four runs scored in four at-bats.
The Chicago crowd chanted "M-V-P!" after his third homer, a 444-foot drive to center field. Despite the performance being just one game, it demonstrated Crow-Armstrong's complete offensive package, making him a strong MVP contender. Ohtani, the Los Angeles Dodgers superstar, remains a key competitor in the MVP race due to his offensive prowess, but Crow-Armstrong's overall impact has become increasingly difficult to overlook.
Crow-Armstrong's second consecutive 30-homer, 30-steal season and memorable moments have further solidified his case for the prestigious award.
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