Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong Labeled MLB's Next Superstar
Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong Labeled MLB's Next Superstar originally appeared on Athlon Sports.
With the help of the young Pete Crow-Armstrong, the Chicago Cubs have the one of the best offenses and best records in all of baseball. The centerfielder turned just 23 in March, and is now being called the MLB's next superstar by ESPN's Jesse Rogers.
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"He might be the complete package," Rogers said.
Crow-Armstrong has racked up 19 homers and 58 RBIs, already topping his numbers in 123 games last season, with a .270 batting average. Toss in 23 stolen bases and he is on pace for a 40/40 season in just his second full year in the big leagues.
The rise of the young star's offensive game comes after his defense and speedy baserunning served as big reasons why he got to the show in the first place. Now he is doing it all, and doing it all well.
"Crow-Armstrong has also played near flawless center field, tracking down balls with a burst of energy, stealing sure hits off the bat while daring baserunners to test his arm," Rogers said.
Chicago Cubs outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong (4) runs the bases after hitting a home run against the Milwaukee Brewers during the eighth inning at Wrigley Field.David Banks-Imagn Images
But, according to Rogers, his talent on the field is not the only thing defining the Cubs' star. That would be his genuine and energetic personality.
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"Crow-Armstrong's infectious personality is also a huge part of his appeal for a fan base starving for a star and a league always trying to sell its game," Rogers said. "He connects with the young and old in the stands at Wrigley as well as inside the Cubs' clubhouse."
The Cubs clearly have a new face of the franchise, an instant fan favorite, who by all accounts has the character and personality to match.
Related: Cubs Predicted to Replace Dansby Swanson With Young Star
This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 19, 2025, where it first appeared.
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