Cubs manager Craig Counsell praised his young star's complete performance, noting that Crow-Armstrong impacted the game in every phase–offense, defense, and on the base paths. “It's what special players are capable of –impacting all areas of the game,” Cubs manager Craig Counsell told MLB.com's Jordan Bastian.

Michael Busch, now in his second full season in the Big Leagues, is having a terrific campaign. The 27-year-old has a .316 batting average, a .994 OPS, a 180 OPS+, and five home runs. His overall averages are way up from his debut 2024 season with Chicago, but he still totaled 21 home runs and a .775 OPS.