Not every return needs a red carpet—some just need a scoreboard, a swagger, and a suite full of cheers. On a blustery afternoon at Wrigley Field, the Chicago Cubs proved that time can mend fences, but history still knows how to swing for the fences. As one legendary slugger made his long-awaited walk back into the Friendly Confines, he had something to say to the Cubs’ newest $100 million spark plug.
Sammy Sosa is a legend of the game and of the Cubs organization. Yes, the relationship did not end sweetly, but as time passes, wounds heal, and so do relationships, at least in this case. Nearly 26 years since leaving the Chicago Cubs, Sammy Sosa is back at Wrigley Field and met one of the most talented superstars not only in the Cubs organization, but in the whole of MLB.
Sammy Sosa met Pete Crow-Armstrong during the Cubs Convention and had a message for him, which the latter revealed. Crow-Armstrong said, “He said, ‘I like your game, you keep it low.’ I told him,’ Yeah, I didn’t hit as many home runs as you, so I got to.’ He was very complimentary and sweet.”
When Sammy Sosa praises you, it’s not just lip service—it’s a passing of the torch. The Cubs legend, once baseball’s loudest bat, sees something special in today’s rising star. His admiration carries weight, especially after a 26-year absence from Wrigley’s limelight. And with 20 home runs and 20 steals before July, the kid’s earned every syllable.
Who knew PCA would turn into a home run hitter back at Cubs Convention? https://t.co/iv7zGMkXxZ pic.twitter.com/7XApeTxxIV
— jon greenberg (@jon_greenberg) June 20, 2025
At just 23, he’s rewriting expectations with every swing, sprint, and scoreboard light. Leading NL outfielders in All-Star votes, he’s charging toward MVP contention with no signs of slowing down. A $75 million offer didn’t impress him, but soon, $200 million might not either. The only thing leaner than his contract is his chase rate at the plate.
In a way, the past just handed the future its bat—and told it to swing freely. Sosa’s return wasn’t just nostalgia—it was recognition, a legend nodding at the next in line. Crow-Armstrong isn’t just following footsteps; he’s carving his own in real time. And if this keeps up, the Cubs won’t be offering $75 million—they’ll be apologizing for it. Wrigley’s wind may blow, but this kid? He generates his own.
Pete Crow-Armstrong talks about the 2025 season he is having with the Cubs
Turns out all that “potential” wasn’t just spring training chatter. Somewhere between a glove made of gold and a swing that suddenly bites, the Cubs found their spark—and Pete Crow-Armstrong found his voice. He’s no longer just a prospect with speed and style; he’s a headline in cleats. And if you’ve been paying attention, 2025 isn’t just his breakout—it’s his loud, swagger-filled arrival.
Pete Crow-Armstrong has turned 2025 into a full-blown coming-out party at Wrigley. Through 73 games, he’s slashing .270 with a powerful .867 OPS, 20 homers, and 60 RBI. His league-leading 4.5 WAR screams value, while his 23 stolen bases whisper chaos to every opposing pitcher. As he put it, “Just having a year of experience… that’s huge”—and it’s showing at the plate.
He’s not just turning heads; he’s leading the NL outfield vote by 400,000 strong. In the MVP conversation, he’s bumping shoulders with names fans already engrave on plaques. “The work behind the scenes… is playing the biggest part,” he said of his success. With Crow-Armstrong thriving, the Cubs aren’t just dreaming of October—they’re planning for it.
So yes, the glove still dazzles—but now the bat’s making all the noise.
Pete Crow-Armstrong isn’t asking for your attention anymore; he’s demanding it, pitch by pitch. The league can adjust all it wants—good luck catching someone who’s already two steps ahead. If this is what “growing up” looks like, the rest of the MLB might want to start rebuilding. Because the Cubs’ future isn’t coming—it’s already batting third.
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