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Bleacher Nation breaks down the Cubs’ Opening Day loss to the Nationals, notes Matthew Boyd’s rough outing and an offense that generated traffic but left nine runners on base, and highlights two major extensions—Pete Crow-Armstrong and Nico Hoerner—plus the infield being locked in through 2029 and what that means for the Cubs going forward.
Bleacher Nation’s Brett Taylor breaks down Pete Crow-Armstrong’s seven-year, about $116 million contract extension with the Cubs (including a $5 million signing bonus) that covers through 2032 with escalating salaries. The deal effectively buys two free-agent years at back-end value, uses MVP-based escalators, and is framed as a long-term commitment that benefits the Cubs on and off the field while considering potential future CBA changes and market dynamics.
The Chicago Cubs signed center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong to a six-year, $115 million extension starting in 2027, buying out four arbitration years (2027–2030) and two free-agent years (2031–2032) with no club option, effectively keeping PCA in Chicago through 2032; ESPN noted it as the biggest guaranteed extension for a player with five years of club control without an option, and the deal could rise to about $133 million with incentives.
The Chicago Cubs signed Pete Crow-Armstrong to a multi-year extension worth north of $100 million, locking in a 23-year-old star after his Gold Glove season and a 30-30-30 performance (31 HR, 35 SB, 37 doubles); Cubs leadership expects continued improvement as he enters his prime.
The Chicago Cubs are finalizing a long-term contract extension with Pete Crow-Armstrong, cementing him as a franchise cornerstone after a breakout 2025 season in which he became an All-Star, earned a Gold Glove, and posted 31 homers, 95 RBIs and 35 stolen bases, while showcasing elite defense; at 24, he is set to anchor Chicago’s lineup for years to come as the team builds around him and its star talents.
The Cubs reportedly finalized a contract extension for star CF Pete Crow-Armstrong (likely north of $132M over 6–9 years). In Detroit, top prospect Kevin McGonigle could win the Tigers’ Opening Day shortstop job, though a decision hasn’t been made. Meanwhile, Astros SS Jeremy Pena is undergoing tests after a finger fracture and could return to at-bats quickly if cleared.
The Chicago Cubs have reportedly agreed to a long-term contract with outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong, though final terms like length and money were not disclosed. Nightengale indicated the deal will exceed $100 million, with observers using the eight-year, $111 million Corbin Carroll deal as a benchmark though inflation has occurred since then. Crow-Armstrong has said he loves Chicago and wants to stay, and the Cubs have signaled a long-term commitment as well, with more details to come.
The Chicago Cubs have finalized a multi-year, nine-figure contract extension with center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong, making him the franchise’s longest-tenured player and the face of the team. The deal is worth over $100 million and will run a minimum of six years, potentially up to nine, keeping the 23/24-year-old star with Chicago beyond 2031 as the club’s payroll climbs toward about $221 million. Crow-Armstrong, an All-Star who finished with 31 homers and 35 steals, was drafted by the Mets in 2020 and traded to the Cubs for Javier Baez; Cubs president Jed Hoyer lauded his superstar potential as the deal takes shape.
The Chicago Cubs and center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong agreed to a contract extension ahead of Opening Day, a move that cements the 24-year-old as a long-term cornerstone pending a medical review. Crow-Armstrong followed a standout first half with a 31-homer, 35-steal, 37-doubles season (a 30-30-30 achievement) and earned an All-Star nod and a Gold Glove, reinforcing the Cubs’ plan to build around him as they push toward sustained success in Chicago.
The Cubs are finalizing a long-term extension with star center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong, locking up a premier defensive cornerstone after a breakout 2025 season (31 homers, 72 extra-base hits, 35 steals) and strong defensive metrics. While his offensive approach remains aggressive with questions about consistency against lefties, his ceiling makes him a central piece for Chicago’s competitive window, per ESPN's Jeff Passan.
USA manager Mark DeRosa reshuffles the World Baseball Classic quarterfinal lineup against Canada after a wake‑up call from the Italy game, bringing Bryce Harper back at first base, moving Alex Bregman to third, Brice Turang to second, Cal Raleigh behind the plate, and Pete Crow-Armstrong into center field as Logan Webb starts on the mound. The batting order features Witt Jr., Harper, Judge, Schwarber, Bregman, Roman Anthony, Raleigh, Turang and Crow-Armstrong.
Pete Crow-Armstrong and the Chicago Cubs' season ended after a 3-1 loss to the Brewers in the NLDS, with Crow-Armstrong reflecting on the team's resilience and his desire to compete in October again, despite a disappointing offensive performance in the decisive game.
The Chicago Cubs dominated the St. Louis Cardinals 12-1 in their final regular-season game, with notable performances including Pete Crow-Armstrong reaching 30-30, Seiya Suzuki hitting his 30th homer, and Kyle Tucker returning to form. The Cubs are close to clinching the top Wild Card spot, and several players showed encouraging signs ahead of the postseason.
The Chicago Cubs experienced a series of exciting moments including homers from Kyle Tucker and Pete Crow-Armstrong, a strong pitching performance by Javier Assad, and a memorial for Ryne Sandberg, highlighting a positive and eventful period for the team.
Pete Crow-Armstrong became the third MLB player in history to reach 25 home runs and 25 stolen bases before the All-Star break, showcasing a breakout season with impressive power and speed, and earning a spot in the All-Star Game.