Pete Crow-Armstrong

Pete Henry Crow‑Armstrong who is known as “PCA” serves as a 23-year-old All-Star outfielder for the Chicago Cubs and stands out for his defensive skills and speed and developing power. Born on March 25, 2002, in Sherman Oaks, California, PCA became the New York Mets' 19th draft pick in 2020 after his impressive high school performance at Harvard-Westlake where he hit.514 in his shortened senior year and played for USA Baseball's 18U national team.

The shoulder injury he suffered in 2021 led to his midseason trade from the New York Mets to the Chicago Cubs in exchange for Javier Báez. The trade proved successful for the Cubs when Crow‑Armstrong received his first Rawlings MiLB Gold Glove in 2022 and became MiLB's Defensive Player of the Year in 2023 after participating in two Futures Games. He made his major league debut on September 11, 2023.

The 2025 season brought PCA to national prominence. PCA stands as the only MLB player who has reached 20 home runs and 20 stolen bases this season while leading NL outfielders with 12 Defensive Runs Saved to establish himself as one of baseball's most promising talents. His 21 HRs, 25 steals, and.838 OPS demonstrate his five-tool skillset which leads to daily MVP-caliber star comparisons.

Off the field, Crow‑Armstrong’s grounded personality shines. The son of actors Ashley Crow and Matthew John Armstrong—his mom notably starred in Little Big League—PCA combines charisma with an unwavering work ethic and mental toughness, qualities praised by scouts since high school.

The Cubs' future relies on Pete Crow‑Armstrong who serves as their defensive maestro and offensive sparkplug while demonstrating team leadership through his boundless energy and his ability to adapt and shine in every position he plays.