Bregman sends Crow-Armstrong clear message after Cubs-Brewers series

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Alex Bregman sends Pete Crow-Armstrong clear message after Cubs-Brewers series

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Nate Lunak | Last updated May 22, 2026 10:08 AM ET

The Chicago Cubs are 29-21 after being swept in a three-game series against the Milwaukee Brewers. Now in second place in the National League Central, they're on a five-game losing streak after two losses to the Chicago White Sox as well.

At the forefront of the Cubs' struggles against the Brewers was center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong. During the sweep, the 24-year-old had 11 at-bats, accumulating just one hit, one run scored and struck out six times.

Normally one of MLB's top defenders, he has several miscues on the field. Crow-Armstrong was responsible for two errors, one of which led to a three-run inside-the-park home run.

Chicago Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong (4).© Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images

While he aims to bounce back in Chicago's upcoming three-game series against the Houston Astros , his teammates aren't losing faith. According to Marquee Sports Network's Bruce Levine, Cubs third baseman Alex Bregman offered Crow-Armstrong an encouraging message after being swept by the Brewers.

“I have gained a lot of respect for (PCA) being around him and watching him go about his work," Bregman said. "I could care less about the results. I care how he goes about his business. He does it the right way.”

“I have gained a lot of respect for ( PCA) being around him and watching him go about his work” Alex Bregman said after the Cubs were swept by Milwaukee”I could care less about the results. I care how he goes about his business.He does it the right way.”
— Bruce Levine (@MLBBruceLevine) May 21, 2026

Despite this being just his first season in Chicago, Bregman holds Crow-Armstrong in high regard. The center fielder earned the respect of many last season, earning an All-Star nod and winning a Gold Glove Award.

However, his struggles against the Brewers paint a picture of his performance for most of the season. In 50 games, he is slashing .225/.302/.357 with a .659 OPS. Crow-Armstrong is responsible for just 41 hits, five home runs, 20 RBIs and 26 runs scored in 182 at-bats.

With the support of his teammates, though, he attempts to turn things around with 112 games left in the season.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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