Cubs, Pete Crow-Armstrong reach agreement on contract extension: Sources
The New York Times • • sports
Key Points:
- The Chicago Cubs have agreed to a contract extension with 23-year-old center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong, solidifying him as a key player for the franchise's future at Wrigley Field, pending a medical review.
- Crow-Armstrong had a standout first half of last season, earning an All-Star selection and achieving a historic 30-30-30 season for the Cubs with 31 home runs, 35 stolen bases, and 37 doubles.
- The extension avoids potential distractions from in-season negotiations and reflects the Cubs' commitment to Crow-Armstrong as a foundational player, despite him not yet being arbitration-eligible or a free agent until after 2030.
- Crow-Armstrong, who was acquired from the Mets in a major trade in 2021, has benefited from extensive organizational support and coaching, helping him develop into a dynamic and marketable player with crossover appeal.
- Cubs management and teammates view Crow-Armstrong as a talented player with high expectations, and the team sees him as central to their goal of winning the World Series in the coming years.
