Scary Scenes Emerge as Pete Crow-Armstrong Exits Nationals Game Hurt, Leaving Cubs Reeling Amid Kyle Tucker Blow

The Chicago Cubs have been on a tear this season with 81 wins, and the only thing keeping them 2nd in the NL Central is the Brewers. And if fate had a sense of humor, it seems determined to test the Cubs’ depth with cruelly timed auditions. The club is already juggling uncertainty around Kyle Tucker’s calf, and now it faces another gut punch. Pete Crow-Armstrong’s sudden exit left Wrigley whispering like a funeral service for playoff dreams. It seems things can’t be on track for too long for the Cubs…

It was reported by Marquee Sports Network that Pete Crow-Armstrong was subbed out after taking a hit. They reported, “PCA exited today’s game after fouling a ball off his right knee. He finished the at-bat but left after the inning.” The Cubs later announced that the 23-year-old exited the game in the sixth inning with a right knee contusion, but are hopeful that this injury will not keep him out for an extended period of time.

He entered Saturday’s game with a .253/.291/.494 slash line across 137 contests. Additionally, the 19th overall pick of the 2020 MLB draft recorded 28 home runs, 34 doubles, and 32 stolen bases during that span. With that, he finds himself on the verge of joining the 30-30 club. However, nothing changes the fact that this blow could not have come at a worse time because even Kyle Tucker reportedly sat out for his third straight game.

Kyle Tucker was in the middle of a strong bounce-back season for the Chicago Cubs. After struggling earlier in the summer with a hand fracture, he rediscovered his All-Star form. His numbers showed consistency with a .270 average, .854 OPS, 22 home runs, and 85 RBIs. That production anchored the Cubs’ offense, making him one of their most dangerous hitters heading into September.

PCA exited today’s game after fouling a ball off his right knee.

He finished the at-bat but left after the inning. pic.twitter.com/fDjRMM4sfE

— Marquee Sports Network (@WatchMarquee) September 6, 2025

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But of course, it was time for a curveball. Tucker felt calf tightness during a game against the Atlanta Braves. Despite trying pregame treatments, the soreness worsened and forced him to leave in the seventh inning. Manager Craig Counsell initially ruled him out for the following games, prompting IL discussions. Fortunately, Tucker is responding well to testing.

Still, the risk of a serious injury looms large with postseason hopes on the line. Losing Tucker, a lineup cornerstone, would weaken both their offensive power and defensive outfield depth. Just weeks before the playoffs, any disruption to roster stability could be devastating for momentum. For a Cubs team relying heavily on his resurgence, his absence could derail their postseason ambitions.

Injuries have a funny way of turning a promising season into a circus, and the Cubs are learning this the hard way.

With injuries starting to hit, the Cubs have made a move

As rosters wobble and playoff hopes teeter, Pete Crow-Armstrong watches from the sidelines, likely questioning life choices and cleats. Chicago’s front office is suddenly playing a game of chess with moving parts that refuse to stay still.

To prepare for Kyle Tucker potentially landing on the injured list, the Cubs recalled top prospect Owen Caissie. At 23, Caissie offers raw power and defensive prowess despite a concerning 29% strikeout rate in his first four pro seasons, yet he’s also a career. 278 as a hitter with a 14 percent walk rate. This move ensures the outfield retains depth, maintaining offensive and defensive stability during critical games. How well Caissie adjusts could influence the Cubs’ playoff positioning and overall postseason momentum.

With Owen Caissie stepping in, Chicago bets on youth to stabilize shaky outfield waters. Whether brilliance or blunders follow, one thing’s certain: in the Cubs’ playoff saga, drama never takes a day off.

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