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Pete Crow-Armstrong Wins NL MVP Unanimously
Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong beats Shohei Ohtani for 2026 NL MVP award.
In brief
Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong beats Shohei Ohtani for 2026 NL MVP award. Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong won the National League MVP award for the 2026 season unanimously, beating Shohei Ohtani. Originally reported by CBS Sports.
MVP Award Result
Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong won the National League MVP award for the 2026 season unanimously.
Ballot Process
BBWAA uses two voters from each of 15 NL chapters; each submits 10 ranked players for 14-1 points.
Crow-Armstrong's Stats
Crow-Armstrong hit .280/.372/.570 with 45 home runs, 107 RBI, 119 runs, 41 steals and 9.8 WAR.
Ohtani's Performance
Ohtani hit .275/.377/.512 with 30 home runs, 81 RBI, 89 runs, 11 steals and 3.2 WAR.
Crow-Armstrong's Achievements
Crow-Armstrong became seventh player in MLB history to join 40-40 club with 40 home runs and 40 steals.
Ohtani's Position
Ohtani, the four-time MVP, finishes second in the NL MVP voting.
What to remember
Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong won the National League MVP award for the 2026 season unanimously, beating Shohei Ohtani.
