Oct 9, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong (4) reacts after defeating the Milwaukee Brewers in game four of the NLDS round for the 2025 MLB playoffs at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images

Cubs’ Pete Crow-Armstrong makes massive 2026 decision

Originally posted on ChiCitySports | By Tyler Koerth | Last updated Nov 14, 2025 12:00 PM ET

The Chicago Cubs and rising star outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong are entering an offseason where they reportedly are reopening contract extension discussions. Per league sources, Crow-Armstrong turned down a deal worth $90 million last Spring, and after winning a Gold Glove award and notching his first 30/30 season, it appears his gamble on himself will work out in his favor.

Furthermore, Crow-Armstrong’s play and energy has caught the attention of Mark DeRosa, who is the Manager for Team USA’s 2026 World Baseball Classic Team. Recently, DeRosa extended an invite for Crow-Armstrong to be on the team next Spring, and Crow-Armstrong accepted.

Chicago Cubs’ Pete Crow-Armstrong will be on Team USA for the 2026 World Baseball Classic

According to Mark Feinsand at MLB.com, DeRosa and Crow-Armstrong discussed the possibility of him being on Team USA during last summer’s home run derby. An official invitation was sent during the off-season, and Crow-Armstrong did not hesitate to accept, saying “I love playing for my country more than anything. Getting to play for you (DeRosa), getting to play with Cal, Corbs, Mr. Judge; it’s going to be great.”

At the same time Crow-Armstrong’s acceptance was announced, it was also revealed that Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Corbin Carroll will be on the team. This makes Crow-Armstrong, Carroll, and Aaron Judge as the only three confirmed outfielders on the team. As the winter progresses, more announcements regarding the roster will be made.

The 2026 World Baseball Classic takes place during Spring Training, in which players temporarily leave their organization’s camp and activities in order to compete in competitive games on a National Stage. This year the event is scheduled to run March 5-17.

This article first appeared on ChiCitySports and was syndicated with permission.

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