Former Chicago Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo said center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong’s hitless Wild Card Series does not erase an MVP-caliber regular season, though the spotlight on short postseason samples can feel harsh.
Former Chicago Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo stated that center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong's hitless postseason series does not erase his outstanding regular season. Crow-Armstrong struggled in the Wild Card Series, going 0-for-7 with four strikeouts as the Cubs were swept by the San Diego Padres in two games, scoring just one total run.
Speaking to Casino.ca, Rizzo highlighted that short postseason slumps fall under a magnifying glass despite regular season success. Crow-Armstrong achieved a historic 40-40 regular season in 2026, hitting 45 home runs and stealing 41 bases, making him a top National League MVP contender.
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