What happened: Football and basketball players occupied front-row seats at Thursday night's Cubs game to support PCA. He joined the group after Chicago's win.
Why it matters: The setting carried more weight with the Cubs in a September pennant race. The cross-sport turnout broadened PCA's profile beyond baseball.
By the numbers: PCA drove in both Cubs runs with a two-run homer in a 2-1 victory.
What to watch: Watch whether PCA remains the Cubs' barometer as the September schedule advances.