Pete Crow-Armstrong struggles raise concerns for Cubs

The Chicago Cubs are focusing on young player Pete Crow-Armstrong as their starting center fielder for the future. They made this decision even before the previous season ended by trading away Cody Bellinger. This bold move raised some eyebrows, especially since Crow-Armstrong has struggled to hit consistently throughout his major league career. In August 2024, Crow-Armstrong had a great month, batting .314 with four home runs. His impressive defensive skills and quick base running made him a promising player. However, outside of this one strong month, his batting average sits at just .199. Many fans and analysts are worried about his performance as the 2025 season has started poorly. In the first two games of 2025, Crow-Armstrong struck out three times and made weak contact with the ball. He has swung at 22 out of 29 pitches he faced, which is concerning. Analyst Matthew Trueblood notes that Crow-Armstrong’s aggressive swinging approach could be a problem. He points out that most successful hitters have a blend of power and the ability to make contact, but Crow-Armstrong lacks both at the moment. The Cubs' supporters hope he can improve, but his current performance raises doubts. A more refined approach at the plate could make him a valuable player, but so far, he has not adjusted his hitting style.