Pete Crow-Armstrong pulls off what no Cubs player has done in 125 years

Chicago Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong may have solidified his case for National League MVP in one game. On Saturday against the Cincinnati Reds, Crow-Armstrong exploded. He went 4-for-6 at the plate, launching three home runs in a 17-5 win, collecting six RBIs and 13 total bases.

His numbers this year have continued to climb after a slow start. The 24-year-old now owns a .282 batting average, .377 on-base percentage, .944 OPS, 36 home runs and 89 RBIs across 136 games.

He has also swiped 36 bags and is widely regarded as the best defensive player in the league. Saturday's game was special and a clear indicator that he is emerging as one of the faces of baseball. It also placed him in Cubs history.

"Pete Crow-Armstrong is the youngest Cub since 1901 to have a 3HR game," wrote Cubs sideline reporter Taylor McGregor on X.

Crow-Armstrong's performance also gives him a shot at becoming the first Cubs player ever to post a 40-40 season. He is just four home runs and eight stolen bases away from the mark, with about four weeks remaining in the regular season. There is plenty of time to get there.

Crow-Armstrong is certainly taking time to enjoy his breakout season, but his eyes are set on much more. The Cubs are positioned to make a deep run in the MLB playoffs, and with him leading the charge they should feel confident they can compete for the World Series for the first time in a decade.