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

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, a Cubs player, was particularly vocal about the missed call. According to coverage from Yahoo Sports, MLB.com, ESPN and USA Today, he 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. The Cubs were on the verge of scoring when the balk was not called. This oversight has sparked controversy and frustration among the Cubs' players and fans. The umpires' decision not to call the balk has been widely criticized. Crow-Armstrong's outburst underscores the team's belief that the missed call significantly impacted the outcome of the game.

The umpires have not yet publicly addressed the controversy. The league has not commented on whether it will review the call. The Cubs will need to move forward and focus on their next game, but the frustration from this loss may linger. The Diamondbacks, meanwhile, will look to build on their victory and continue their strong performance.