Pete Crow-Armstrong joins 30/30 club with walk-off home run

He also hit a leadoff homer in a four-hit performance.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Aug 181 min read

That’s one way to get M-V-P chants started 🗣️ https://t.co/8l5t0gHBAM Via @MLB on X

What happened: Fans at Wrigley Field showered him with MVP chants on Monday night. The dramatic finish secured the victory and prompted an immediate celebration at home plate.

Why it matters: Achieving 30 home runs and 30 stolen bases in a season requires a rare blend of power and speed. Delivering the milestone in high-leverage moments amplifies his awards candidacy during the late-season playoff push.

By the numbers: He bookended the contest with long balls and tallied four total hits.

What to watch: Watch for his final statistical totals as the regular season winds down.

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