Kyle Tucker, Pete Crow-Armstrong Named 2025 All-Star Game Starters

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Cubs All-star Starters: Kyle Tucker and Pete Crow-Armstrong Make History, Powering Chicago’s Rise

Cubs All-Star starters Kyle Tucker and pete Crow-Armstrong have been voted into the NL lineup, a historic first for a Cubs outfield duo since 1936.

A pair of dynamic outfielders, one a steady veteran and the other an explosive rookie, have powered the Chicago Cubs to the top of the National League Central. Now, Kyle Tucker and Pete Crow-Armstrong will represent the club on a national stage, having been voted by fans as Cubs All-Star starters for the 95th MLB All-Star Game in Atlanta. The achievement marks a notable moment for a franchise that has not had two outfielders in the starting lineup together in nearly 90 years.

The news was delivered by manager Craig Counsell during a team meeting before a 5-4 victory over the Guardians on Wednesday, a game where the duo fittingly combined for three hits and two stolen bases. For the 23-year-old Crow-Armstrong, his first-ever All-Star nod was a humbling experience.

“I’d be silly to sugarcoat it. It’s obviously one of the cooler accomplishments thus far in my playing career,” Crow-Armstrong said. “I’m very appreciative right now and excited to go home and kind of sit with all this.”

Did you know? The MLB all-Star Game was originally conceived as a charity event to raise money for baseball’s pension fund during the Great Depression!

A Dynamic Duo Forged in Contrasting Styles

When the Cubs acquired Tucker in the offseason, they expected an MVP-caliber force.What they didn’t foresee was the meteoric rise of Crow-Armstrong, who has rapidly established himself as one of the game’s premier all-around talents. Their success, according to their manager, is a testament to the idea that there is no single blueprint for greatness.

“There is no one makeup or approach to the game that means you’re going to be a good player,” Counsell noted. “You can do it in a very different way.essentially, it means you have to authentically be yourself.”

the contrast is stark. Tucker,a four-time All-Star making his first start,is a calm and collected presence known for elite plate discipline. Crow-Armstrong is a high-energy catalyst whose highlight reels feature elite defense, aggressive baserunning, and surprising power.

Pro Tip: Keep an eye on the All-Star Game rosters! Frequently enough, breakout performances in the first half of the season lead to unexpected selections, giving fans a glimpse of baseball’s future stars.

Elite Production by the Numbers

Their elite status is backed by advanced metrics and stunning production that places them among the sport’s best. Both players entered Wednesday with a 4.0 fWAR, tied for second in the National League. They are also two of only four players in the Majors with at least 15 home runs and 20 stolen bases.

Kyle Tucker: The Veteran Anchor

In his first season in Chicago, the right fielder has exceeded the already lofty expectations that came with his arrival.

• Slash line: .290/.393/.530 (.923 OPS)
• Key stats: 17 home runs, 52 RBIs, 21 stolen bases
• Discipline: 54 walks against just 52 strikeouts

“It’s just been a joy to watch him play baseball,” Counsell said. “He’s exceeded expectations.”

Pete Crow-Armstrong: The Breakout Star

The rookie center fielder has ascended from the bottom of the lineup to the cleanup spot, becoming the fastest player in Chicago Cubs history to reach 20 homers and 20 steals.

• Slash Line:.847 OPS through 85 games
• Key Stats: 21 home runs, 64 RBIs, 26 stolen bases
• Defense: Tied for the NL lead with a +12 Fielding Run Value

“He certainly-with the way he’s played for the first 80-something games-he absolutely deserves to be standing in center field at the start of the game,” said Jed Hoyer, Cubs president of baseball operations.

A Historic Nod for the North Siders

The fan vote places Tucker and Crow-Armstrong in rare company. They are the first Cubs outfield teammates to start in the Midsummer Classic as Frank Demaree and Augie Galan in 1936. They are also the first Cubs teammates at any position to be named starters in the same year since 2019.

The accomplishment is not lost on the players, who are eager to share the spotlight and represent a team that could see more All-Stars named when reserves are announced Sunday.

“It’ll be a lot of fun,” Tucker said of sharing the outfield with his young teammate. “I’ve played alongside him all year and know how good of a player he is. And I think a lot of fans around the world are really getting to see that. He’ll put it on full display.”

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