Strong Winds at Wrigley Field Foil Pete Crow-Armstrong’s Home Run Chances
During a Chicago Cubs game against the Pittsburgh Pirates at Wrigley Field, outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong had two potential home runs taken away by strong winds blowing in from the outfield, contributing to the Cubs' loss.
Chicago, IL, September 13, 2026 —
Strong winds blowing in from the outfield at Wrigley Field played a significant role in the outcome of a recent game between the Chicago Cubs and the Pittsburgh Pirates. Cubs outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong found his potential home runs thwarted by the challenging weather conditions on multiple occasions.
During the game, Crow-Armstrong hit two balls that were projected to clear the outfield fence, but the powerful gusts originating from the outfield prevented them from becoming home runs. Instead, the wind carried the batted balls back into play or into the gloves of fielders, effectively taking two potential extra-base hits, and possibly home runs, off the board for the Cubs player.
The influence of the wind on these plays was noted as a contributing factor to the Cubs’ eventual loss in the matchup against the Pirates. Wrigley Field, known for its unique wind patterns influenced by surrounding buildings and the lakefront, can often impact the trajectory of fly balls. This particular game saw these conditions particularly affect offensive opportunities.
Specific details regarding the final score of the game, the inning in which these plays occurred, or the exact nature of the hits (e.g., warning-track outs, deep fly balls caught at the wall) were not detailed in the available information. The contractor’s name, the permit status, inspection outcomes, code violations, or fine amounts related to stadium wind mitigation or general stadium operations were not provided.
The impact of wind on baseball games, especially in open-air ballparks like Wrigley Field, is a recurring narrative. Players often adjust their approach and expectations based on the prevailing conditions. In this instance, the wind served as a significant impediment to Crow-Armstrong’s offensive performance, limiting what could have been impactful moments for the team.
Story summarized from the original created by Jeff Agrest on chicago.suntimes.com, see more information here.
