“Pete, Pete, Pete!”: Cubs’ Pete Crow-Armstrong Dazzles on All-Star Red Carpet, Celebrates Starting Nod in Atlanta.vc
The 23-year-old Chicago Cubs sensation, in the midst of a “memorable season,” was a fan favorite as he took his place as the National League’s starting center fielder.
ATLANTA — The stage was set for the MLB All-Star Game in Atlanta on Tuesday night, and while the game itself is the main event, the official red carpet is where the league’s stars truly shine. Among them, few shone brighter than Chicago Cubs phenom Pete Crow-Armstrong.
The 23-year-old, who is in the midst of a “memorable season” that has catapulted him from top prospect to bona fide superstar, was visibly having the time of his life as he soaked in the atmosphere of his first mid-summer classic.
Crow-Armstrong was all smiles as he walked hand-in-hand with his girlfriend, Hailey Lavelle, navigating the sea of media. He was met by a raucous crowd of adoring fans, who loudly chanted “Pete, Pete, Pete!” in appreciation of his breakout year.
This appearance was not just a formality. Crow-Armstrong earned the prestigious honor of being named the starting center fielder for the National League All-Star team, a remarkable achievement for a player his age. The fan vote and player selection cemented his status as one of the game’s elite at his position, beating out a crowded field of veterans.
Embodying the poise of a seasoned star, the young center fielder graciously stopped to sign autographs and interact with the chanting fans.
His selection is the culmination of a dominant first half for the Cubs, where he has anchored the outfield defense and provided a dynamic, must-see spark to the team’s lineup. For the Chicago Cubs and their fanbase, seeing Crow-Armstrong not just participate, but start the All-Star Game, is a definitive sign that the future of the franchise has arrived.
