Pete Crow-Armstrong's meteoric rise in the MLB continues, as he becomes the third Cubs player in history to achieve a 20-20 season in back-to-back years. This achievement is all the more remarkable given his rapid ascent to this milestone, reaching it in just 73 games, the fastest in Cubs history. What makes this even more fascinating is the specific skills that have contributed to his success. One of the key aspects is his ability to attack the splitter, a pitch that Kremer, the Orioles' righty, had been struggling with. By recognizing the weakness in Kremer's splitter and adapting his approach, Crow-Armstrong has not only hit four homers off splitters this year but also achieved a rare feat in the Statcast Era, becoming just the fourth batter to go deep twice off splitters in the same game. This performance is a testament to his evolving plate discipline and overall maturity at the plate, as evidenced by his improved on-base percentage and slugging percentage. The Cubs' manager, Craig Counsell, has praised Crow-Armstrong's approach and the excitement it brings to the team. As the season progresses, the question remains: can Crow-Armstrong continue this incredible run and cement his place among the game's all-time greats? Only time will tell, but one thing is certain - his impact on the Cubs and the MLB is undeniable.
