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Pete Crow-Armstrong livid at umpiring crew after Cubs loss to Diamondbacks

Pete Crow-Armstrong and the Chicago Cubs are furious over a missed call that cost them a game.

By · Published August 28, 2026  23:52 UTC · Updated August 29, 2026  11:52 UTC

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Pete Crow-Armstrong expressed anger after a missed balk call contributed to the Cubs’ 2‑0 shutout loss to the Arizona Diamondbacks. The headlines focused on his criticism of the umpiring crew and the call’s impact on the game.

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  • Primary Driver: Pete Crow-Armstrong and the Chicago Cubs are furious over a missed call that cost them a game.
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The Chicago Cubs lost to the Arizona Diamondbacks in a 2-0 shutout. The Cubs are upset because the umpiring crew missed a balk call that could have changed the game. Pete Crow-Armstrong was particularly vocal about the missed call. According to coverage from Yahoo Sports and MLB.com, Crow-Armstrong stated that the umpires 'flat-out missed it'.

The Chicago Tribune noted that the missed call was 'obvious to anybody'. The missed call occurred during a pivotal moment in the game. ESPN and USA Today both noted the Cubs' frustration, with Crow-Armstrong described as 'livid' and the team as 'irate'. The balk call was significant because it could have given the Cubs a chance to score.

The umpires' failure to make the call has sparked controversy and criticism from the Cubs and their fans. The Cubs have not yet indicated whether they will formally protest the game or seek a review of the missed call. The Diamondbacks, meanwhile, have not commented on the controversy. The missed call has reignited discussions about the accuracy and fairness of umpiring in Major League Baseball.

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What was the missed call that upset the Cubs?

The umpiring crew missed a balk call during a pivotal moment in the game.

Who was most vocal about the missed call?

Pete Crow-Armstrong was particularly vocal about the missed call, stating that the umpires 'flat-out missed it'.

What is the Cubs' next step regarding the missed call?

The Cubs have not yet indicated whether they will formally protest the game or seek a review of the missed call.

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