PETE CROW-ARMSTRONG NEWS

Moving into reserve role Crow-Armstrong is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Angels.

Impact Though the Cubs aren't yet back to full strength in the outfield with Mike Tauchman (groin) still stuck on the injured list, manager Craig Counsell has seemingly pulled the plug on Crow-Armstrong as a regular part of the lineup versus right-handed pitching. Crow-Armstrong will hit the bench for the fourth game in a row, with the Cubs facing two lefties and two righties in that span. Since getting called up from Triple-A Iowa in late May, Crow-Armstrong has gone 11-for-11 in stolen-base attempts, but he's slashed .173/.212/.247 with a 32.2 percent strikeout rate.

JULY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Gets stitches but is available Crow-Armstrong received four stitches for a left thumb injury suffered during Wednesday's game versus the Phillies, Maddie Lee of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.

Impact Crow-Armstrong was hurt on a slide into third base. He is not in Thursday's lineup but was unlikely to be in it, regardless, with the Phillies sending lefty Cristopher Sanchez to the mound. Crow-Armstrong will be available off the bench.

JULY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Shines in loss Crow-Armstrong went 2-for-3 with two doubles, two RBI and one stolen base in Wednesday's 5-3 loss to the Phillies.

Impact This was his first multi-hit game since June 22. Crow-Armstrong has displayed good baserunning this year, swiping 16 bags without getting caught, but his chances have been limited. He's batting just .199 with a .247 on-base percentage, and he's added one home run, 15 RBI and eight runs scored over 150 plate appearances. He continues to patrol center field against opposing right-handed pitchers, and his playing time should remain steady through the All-Star break.

JULY 4 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Wednesday Crow-Armstrong is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the White Sox.

Impact Crow-Armstrong started the previous four games against a right-handed pitcher, but he'll take a seat Wednesday with righty Erick Fedde starting for the White Sox. Cody Bellinger will move to center field while Michael Busch mans first base.

JUNE 5 • ROTOWIRE

Cubs recall OF Pete Crow-Armstrong after he heats up during minor league assignment Chicago Cubs outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong is back in the majors after going on a tear during a brief minor league assignment

MAY 30 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM

Cubs recall OF Pete Crow-Armstrong after he heats up during minor league assignment

Chicago Cubs outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong is back in the majors after going on a tear during a brief minor league assignment

MAY 30 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Recalled from Triple-A The Cubs recalled Crow-Armstrong from Triple-A Iowa on Thursday, Taylor McGregor of Marquee Sports Network reports.

Impact Crow-Armstrong was sent down last week after seeing his playing time dip, but manager Craig Counsell has indicated the rookie could have a bigger role during this stint, playing some center field while Cody Bellinger sees more action in right field and at first base, per Patrick Mooney of The Athletic. The 22-year-old Crow-Armstrong has put up a .659 OPS with one home run and five steals in 23 games with the big club this season. He's starting in center field and batting eighth in Thursday's game versus the Brewers.

MAY 30 • ROTOWIRE

What Cody Bellinger's return means for the Cubs and Pete Crow-Armstrong This audition has brought more credibility to the idea that the team’s best defensive lineup at full strength would include Crow-Armstrong.

MAY 8 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Ex-Mets prospect Pete Crow-Armstrong gets clutch RBI to propel Cubs Ex-Met Pete Crow-Armstrong’s sacrifice fly in the fifth inning was the difference in the Cubs’ 1-0 win on Wednesday night at Citi Field.

MAY 2 • NYPOST.COM

Pete Crow-Armstrong's first hit was an exhale moment for Cubs' top prospect "Getting the first one out of the way really does help," said the 22-year-old, who has three hits since his two-run homer on Thursday.

APRIL 28 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Shakes off elbow injury Crow-Armstrong (elbow) returned to Triple-A Iowa's lineup Wednesday and has appeared in each of the club's last four games, going 2-for-19 with one stolen base and one run.

Impact After he was removed from a game last Sunday against Toledo with right elbow soreness, Crow-Armstrong sat out Tuesday but was back in action a day later. Though he's ostensibly healthy, the elbow injury may be affecting his timing at the dish, as he's struck out 11 times in 19 at-bats since making his return.

APRIL 14 • ROTOWIRE

Minor elbow injury at Triple-A Crow-Armstrong had to leave Sunday's game with Triple-A Iowa due to right elbow soreness, Meghan Montemurro of the Chicago Tribune reports.

Impact Crow-Amstrong banged up the elbow on a dive in a previous game. The Cubs are saying he was removed as a precaution, so it seems safe to call him day-to-day. Crow-Armstrong is slashing .265/.306/.529 with one home run and four stolen bases in his first nine contests with Iowa this season.

APRIL 8 • ROTOWIRE

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MARCH 19

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MARCH 16 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Sent down to Triple-A Crow-Armstrong was optioned to Triple-A Iowa on Friday, Meghan Montemurro of the Chicago Tribune reports.

Impact The re-signing of Cody Bellinger seemed to spell the end of Crow-Armstrong's chances of cracking the Opening Day roster, and he's now officially headed back to Iowa where he will play every day when its season begins. Crow-Armstrong could still have a path to at-bats eventually if the Cubs wind up using Bellinger more at first base, although Mike Tauchman is higher in the center field pecking order right now.

MARCH 8 • ROTOWIRE

Cody Bellinger signs with Cubs: Pete Crow-Armstrong's future and other ripple effects The move to bring back the star likely most impacts Pete Crow-Armstrong, who is viewed as the Cubs’ future in center field.

FEBRUARY 26 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Cubs prospect Pete Crow-Armstrong isn't sweating the Bellinger decision: 'I love Cody' Re-signing Bellinger would block Crow-Armstrong's path to becoming the team's everyday center fielder, but he hopes Bellinger returns.

FEBRUARY 16 • THEATHLETIC.COM

What we're hearing about Cubs: Chances for Michael Busch, Pete Crow-Armstrong, Cade Horton Even with a playoffs or bust directive, a big part of this year will be creating opportunities for young Cubs talent.

JANUARY 26 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Pete Crow-Armstrong's Chicago Cubs debut 'a trip' for father Former Naperville resident Matt Armstrong says his son Pete Crow-Armstrong’s Chicago Cubs debut “was pretty overwhelming.”

OCTOBER 6, 2023 • CHICAGOTRIBUNE.COM

Remains on bench Crow-Armstrong is not in the starting lineup for Sunday's contest with Arizona.

Impact Crow-Armstrong will remain on the bench for a third consecutive game Sunday as Mike Tauchman draws another start in center field. The 21-year-old may be on the short side of a platoon in the outfield for the time being.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sits again Saturday Crow-Armstrong remains on the bench for Saturday's game against Arizona.

Impact Crow-Armstrong started a pair of games earlier in the week after earning his first career call-up, but he's now been on the bench for two games in a row. He's gone 0-for-7 at the plate with three strikeouts and is 0-for-1 on the basepaths, so he's yet to do much in very limited action to suggest he should be playing everyday for a contender. Mike Tauchman starts in center field Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sitting Friday Crow-Armstrong isn't in the Cubs' lineup Friday against the Diamondbacks.

Impact Crow-Armstrong remains hitless (0-for-7) through the first three games of his MLB career, so the Cubs will give the 21-year-old a day off to regroup. Mike Tauchman will start in center field Friday and bat in the leadoff spot.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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SEPTEMBER 13, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Starting in center field Tuesday Crow-Armstrong will start in center field and bat eighth Tuesday at Colorado, Taylor McGregor of Marquee Sports Network reports.

Impact Crow-Armstrong made his major-league debut off the bench Monday and is now getting his first big-league start as the Cubs take on Rockies right-hander Chris Flexen. The dynamic 21-year-old top outfield prospect slashed .288/.364/.524 versus righties this season in the minors.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Officially joins big club Crow-Armstrong was called up by the Cubs on Monday.

Impact It was announced earlier Monday that Crow-Armstrong would be getting the call, and the Cubs made the move official shortly thereafter. Chances are he will see plenty of action the rest of the way, but he is not in the lineup for Monday's matchup with the Rockies.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE