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Cubs' Crow-Armstrong breaks franchise HR record in MVP race
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Cubs' Crow-Armstrong hits 40 breaks franchise HR milestone record in MVP race
Pete Crow-Armstrong’s breakout spell that propelled the Cubs through late June continued into July. After a ten-game hitting streak that earned him NL Player of the Week honors on June 22, Crow-Armstrong emphasized his ambition to eclipse Shohei Ohtani during the All-Star weekend. By August 1, he had emerged as the NL’s leading MVP candidate, posting a .282 average, 24 home runs, 64 RBIs, 26 steals, and the league’s highest WAR. In mid-August, his candidacy intensified as he maintained elite production with 27 home runs and 73 RBIs. He made MLB history during a series against the Chicago White Sox, becoming the first player to record two leadoff home runs and a walk-off home run within a two-game span. He also joined the exclusive 30-30 club, achieving consecutive seasons with at least 30 home runs and 30 stolen bases. His candidacy is bolstered by league-leading fWAR and historic defensive metrics, including 22 outs above average. An ESPN poll of MLB players recently showed Crow-Armstrong leading Shohei Ohtani, with 15 of 21 respondents selecting him. MLB insider Jon Heyman described the race as a “classic David vs. Goliath fight,” noting Crow-Armstrong’s “incredible narrative/unmatched dramatics.” On August 29, Crow-Armstrong further strengthened his MVP bid by hitting three home runs and driving in six runs during a 17-5 victory over the Cincinnati Reds. Following this surge, he hit five home runs over a two-game span, bringing his season total to 38. On September 4, he hit his 39th home run during a 2-1 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers. By September 6, Crow-Armstrong reached a historic milestone by hitting his 40th home run against the Miami Marlins. This achievement makes him only the second left-handed batter in Cubs franchise history to record 40 home runs in a single season, joining Billy Williams.
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