MLB Fans Rejoice as Kyle Tucker, Pete Crow-Armstrong, and Nico Hoerner Named Silver Slugger Finalists!.vc

ATLANTA — MLB was rocked on October 22, 2025, as the National League Silver Slugger finalists were unveiled, with Chicago Cubs stars Kyle Tucker, Pete Crow-Armstrong (PCA), and Nico Hoerner earning nods for their electrifying offensive contributions. Presented by Louisville Slugger since 1980, the award honors the best hitter at each position, voted on by MLB managers and coaches (excluding votes for their own teams). Winners will be announced on November 6 at 6 p.m. ET, but these three Cubs have already etched their 2025 campaigns into lore—shattering records, showcasing mental fortitude, and leaving pitchers in dread. Tucker’s all-around dominance, PCA’s historic power-speed combo, and Hoerner’s contact mastery made them shoo-ins, positioning Chicago as a powerhouse in the race.

Tucker’s Relentless Pursuit of Greatness

Kyle Tucker, the 28-year-old right fielder acquired in a blockbuster 2024 trade from Houston, continued to defy gravity in 2025, slashing .266/.377/.464 with 22 home runs, 73 RBIs, and 25 stolen bases across 136 games—despite a second-half slump marred by a finger injury and calf strain. His .841 OPS ranked third among NL outfielders, while his 143 OPS+ underscored elite plate discipline (second in NL OBP at .377). Tucker’s five-tool mastery—power, average, speed, arm, and defense—earned him a fifth straight All-Star nod and a Gold Glove finalist spot, but his offensive surge, including a .931 OPS in the first three months, shattered personal records and propelled the Cubs to 92 wins. A 2023 Silver Slugger with the Astros, Tucker now vies for a repeat, facing stiff competition from Juan Soto, Corbin Carroll, and James Wood. “Tucker impacts games in ways few can,” The Athletic’s Jim Bowden raved, projecting a $350M-$650M free agency bonanza that could make him the winter’s top prize. His breathtaking homers, like a 450-foot moonshot against the Brewers, left fans glued to every at-bat, embodying the terror he instills in opposing arms.

PCA’s Mental Strength and Historic Breakthrough

Pete Crow-Armstrong, the 23-year-old center fielder and son of actress Ashley Crow (Little Big League), channeled unbreakable mental fortitude into a season for the ages, becoming one of only four NL players—and the first Cub since Sammy Sosa in 1995—to post a 30-homer, 30-steal campaign. PCA’s .247 average belied his .481 slugging (3rd in NL) and 31 homers (5th), with 35 steals (3rd) and 95 RBIs (T-2nd), all while ranking 2nd in Defensive WAR for his elite outfield work. Overcoming a .185 postseason slump in eight games, PCA rebounded with 25 homers and 27 steals post-All-Star break, pacing for 42-46 in a full season. His defining moments—robbing a homer in the NLDS and a walk-off steal against the Cardinals—showcased the absolute mental strength that turned a raw prospect into an NL MVP dark horse (+600 odds). As one of three outfield finalists (versus Soto, Carroll, Stowers, and Wood), PCA’s historic bid has Cubs fans dreaming of hardware, with X buzzing: “PCA’s 30-30? Silver Slugger locked!”

Hoerner’s Contact Mastery: Pitchers’ Nightmare

Nico Hoerner, the 28-year-old second baseman, terrorized pitchers with his uncanny contact skills, posting a .297 average (2nd in NL) and 178 hits (3rd), just missing the batting title to Milwaukee’s Brice Turang. In 156 games, he added 7 homers, 61 RBIs, 29 steals, and a .394 slugging (4th among NL second basemen), with a 114 OPS+ marking his career best. Hoerner’s .345 OBP and low strikeout rate made him a pitchers’ nightmare, especially in clutch spots where he ranked top-5 in NL batting average with RISP (.320). Facing off against Turang and Arizona’s Ketel Marte, Hoerner’s consistency—coupled with a Gold Glove-caliber defense—positions him for a dual award sweep, validating Jed Hoyer’s faith in his 2022 signing. His defining moments, like a game-winning double in the NLCS, left opponents fearful every time he dug in.

Cubs’ Trio and Team Nod: A Banner Year

The Cubs’ three finalists underscore their offensive resurgence, with the team itself a finalist for the inaugural Team Silver Slugger Award alongside the Dodgers and Diamondbacks. Chicago’s 92 wins and NL Central title were fueled by this trio’s terror: Tucker’s all-around threat, PCA’s explosive 30-30, and Hoerner’s contact wizardry. As winners loom, Cubs Nation buzzes with optimism—could this be the hardware haul that cements their 2025 legacy?