Cubs' Crow-Armstrong hits 'cool' out-of-zone HR
Briefly

Cubs' center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong hit a remarkable home run off a high fastball, marking the farthest pitch outside the strike zone hit for a homer this MLB season. The two-run blast, his 18th of the season, reflects his extraordinary ability to hit bad pitches effectively. Positioned for potential All-Star recognition, Crow-Armstrong boasts a strong offensive record, including 21 stolen bases, paired with top-notch defensive skills, elevating his status within the National League.
"I'm just committing to being on time for it... Good to execute on a pitch like that," said Crow-Armstrong after hitting the farthest home run from the strike zone.
"What you've seen in 30 years of baseball says it's hard to hit balls for home runs. He's proving me wrong," reflected Cubs manager Craig Counsell.
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