The Chicago Cubs have locked up a key piece of their future, agreeing to a six-year, $115 million contract extension with center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong. The deal, which will begin in 2027, cements Crow-Armstrong as a long-term cornerstone at Wrigley Field and reflects the organization’s confidence in his two-way impact.

The contract runs through the 2032 season and notably does not include a club option, allowing Crow-Armstrong to reach free agency before his age-31 season. Escalators in the final two seasons could raise the total value of the agreement to $133 million, a rare structure that underscores the Cubs’ belief in his continued growth and performance.

Crow-Armstrong, who turns 24 this week, emerged as the premier defensive center fielder in baseball last season while also making a significant offensive leap in his first full year in the majors. He played at an MVP-caliber level during the first half of the season, earning an All-Star selection, and finished the year as the first player in franchise history to post a 30-homer, 30-steal, 30-double campaign, with 31 home runs, 35 stolen bases, and 37 doubles.

Although his production dipped in the second half, the Cubs viewed that stretch as an anomaly rather than a concern. Crow-Armstrong’s elite defense, postseason experience at Wrigley Field, and Gold Glove at a premium position reinforced the shared belief that a long-term partnership made sense. After months of discussions, both sides aligned during spring training to finalize a deal that positions Crow-Armstrong as a foundational piece of Chicago’s next competitive core.