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Chicago Cubs Reportedly Finalizing an Extension with Star OF Pete Crow-Armstrong
Pete Crow-Armstrong signed a deal exceeding $100 million for at least six years after a Gold Glove and 30-30 season, becoming the Cubs’ longest-tenured player.
- On Monday night, the Chicago Cubs finalized a long-term contract extension with center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong, making the soon-to-be 24-year-old their longest-tenured player, according to two persons with direct knowledge who told USA TODAY Sports.
- Originally drafted by the New York Mets in 2020, Crow-Armstrong emerged as a premier talent after his 2025 campaign featuring 31 home runs, 35 stolen bases, and a Gold Glove—the first Cubs player to record a 30-30 season.
- The deal exceeds $100 million, surpassing the five-year, $175 million contract signed by Alex Bregman this winter, and locks Crow-Armstrong into Chicago through 2031.
- Despite second-half struggles, the outfielder posted 6.0 Baseball-Reference Wins Above Replacement last year, cementing his status as the Cubs' longest-tenured player and one of baseball's brightest young talents.
- Turning 24 on Wednesday, Crow-Armstrong is focusing on plate discipline for the 2026 campaign, stating, "You know that you can probably hit 40 homers and steal 50 bags.
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Reports: Cubs, Pete Crow-Armstrong agree to extension
Pete Crow-Armstrong reportedly is receiving a present ahead of his 24th birthday on Wednesday.
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