The Cubs believe in Pete Crow-Armstrong’s defensive ability in center field. They see his speed and aggression and picture a future with him being one of the best fielders in the sport.
Before that occurs, there is still much for Crow-Armstrong to absorb. He got a harsh lesson in the Cubs’ 5-4 loss Saturday to the Cardinals, a defeat that snuffs out the little momentum they had.
The Cubs led St. Louis by 4-2 in the top of the eighth, though the Cardinals had runners on second and third and two outs. Nolan Arenado popped up a Porter Hodge pitch to short center and second baseman Nico Hoerner peeled off once Crow-Armstrong called for the ball.