Pete Crow-Armstrong, a top defensive prospect for the Chicago Cubs, surprised many by not being a finalist for the 2024 Gold Glove Award in center field. Instead, Blake Perkins of the Milwaukee Brewers took the spot, igniting debates among fans and analysts.
Crow-Armstrong has received high praise for his exceptional outfield skills, earning an elite '80' grade from MLB Pipeline. Despite only 109 starts in 2024, his defensive metrics were impressive, leading to questions about the selection process.
Perkins, while solid defensively, did not match Crow-Armstrong's reputation and performance, raising eyebrows about his nomination. Crow-Armstrong's mid-season call-up limited his exposure, but his future in the league looks promising, suggesting he could be a Gold Glove contender soon.
