Pete Crow-Armstrong, a 23-year-old outfielder for the Chicago Cubs, has made history with his impressive performance. He became the first Cubs player since runs batted in became an official stat in 1920 to have two games with at least six RBIs in a calendar month.
Historic Feat
Crow-Armstrong’s remarkable achievement came on:
- May 16 against the White Sox
- Friday night against the Reds
In both games, he drove in six runs from different positions:
- Leadoff spot against the White Sox
- Cleanup position against the Reds
His grand slam hit against the Reds was particularly notable as it helped him match his previous total.
Major League Rankings
The outfielder’s recent surge has seen him tie for seventh place among major league players with 14 home runs over his last 34 games. This achievement puts him alongside some of baseball’s greatest names:
- Sammy Sosa (2001)
- Hank Sauer (1945)
Base Running and Extra-Base Hitting
Crow-Armstrong is not only excelling at hitting but also showing promise as a base runner and extra-base hitter. According to Elias Sports Bureau data, he leads or shares second place among active players across several categories:
- Stolen bases: Tied for sixth
- Extra-base hits: Fifth
- Doubles: Fourth
Comparisons to Notable Players
His impressive start is reminiscent of other notable players who reached double figures early in their careers. Players like:
- Eric Davis
- J.D. Martinez
- Juan Pierre
These comparisons highlight the significance of Crow-Armstrong’s performance, especially considering the data from Elias Sports Bureau dating back to July 24, when Statcast began tracking defensive plays.
Conclusion
Despite being just one game into June, Crow-Armstrong is already making waves in Major League Baseball history books. His ability to drive in runs from different positions has been a key factor in his success this season. In addition to his hitting statistics, he continues to excel in base running and extra-base hitting, leading or sharing top positions among active players in various categories:
- Stolen bases: Tied for sixth
- Extra-base hits: Fifth
- Doubles: Fourth
- Triples: Third
- Home run rate per plate appearance: Eighth
- Slugging percentage: Ninth
- On-Base Percentage: Tenth
- wRC: Ninth
- WAR: Tenth
Crow-Armstrong’s performance is a promising sign for the Cubs and a thrilling development for baseball fans.
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