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Pete Crow-Armstrong and Yordan Alvarez Win Unanimous MVP Awards in Contrasting Fashion

Chicago Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong is covered in beer by teammates as they celebrate in the clubhouse after clinching a National League wild card postseason spot following a baseball game against the Miami Marlins, Thursday, Sept. 24, 2026, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Melissa Tamez)

Pete Crow-Armstrong and Yordan Alvarez reached the same destination by sharply different routes. Crow-Armstrong, the Chicago Cubs’ elite center fielder, won the 2026 National League Most Valuable Player Award after pairing historic power and speed with exceptional defense. [Read More…]