Pete Crow-Armstrong Named to Team USA for 2026 WBC After Impressive 30-30 Season

Chicago Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong, 23, has been selected to join Team USA for the 2026 World Baseball Classic. Team USA manager Mark DeRosa emphasized the need for "energy, some youth infused" and "young guns to go get it, to hit some homers," a role Crow-Armstrong is well-suited for. In just his second full MLB season, he achieved a 30-30 season, hitting .247 with 31 home runs, 95 RBIs, and 35 stolen bases. His strong performance also placed him in the top-10 of the National League MVP voting, underscoring his rising star status and offensive capabilities for the national squad.