Crow-Armstrong hits 40th homer, 7 steals from 40-40 milestone

CHICAGO Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong hit his 40th home run of the season Sunday against the Miami Marlins, moving within reach of baseball's exclusive 40-homer, 40-stolen-base club.

Crow-Armstrong needs seven more stolen bases to complete the milestone. He entered Sunday with 33 steals and has the remainder of September to reach 40.

The pursuit strengthens his National League MVP case. He has already secured his second consecutive 30-homer, 30-stolen-base season.

Crow-Armstrong maintains a wRC+ of 160, meaning he is 60 percent more productive than the average MLB hitter. Among active players, only Yordan Álvarez ranks higher.

He provides elite defense in center field, making him one of baseball's most complete players.

FanDuel lists Crow-Armstrong at minus-20000 in MVP odds, indicating a significant lead in the race.