What happened: Pete Crow-Armstrong recorded his first career three-homer game, then added two more home runs the next day. The second performance came in a 7-5 loss.
Why it matters: The late-season surge has elevated Crow-Armstrong's MVP candidacy entering September. His 9.1 fWAR ranks among the top five position-player seasons in
By the numbers: Crow-Armstrong reached 9.1 fWAR after the three-homer game and owns an 11.7% walk rate in 2026. He has recorded consecutive 30-homer, 30-steal seasons.
What to watch: September will determine whether Crow-Armstrong can sustain his production through the MVP vote and postseason race.