"The New York Mets had inquired about acquiring Chicago White Sox center fielder Luis Robert Jr. at last season's trade deadline in July, and the interest very much still remains. After the White Sox signed Munetaka Murakami on Sunday morning, USA Today's Bob Nightengale reported that the Northsiders are fielding calls on Robert, and that the Mets and Cincinnati Reds are two clubs currently engaged in conversations."
"Robert is an elite defensive center fielder, which either provides insurance if Benge is not ready, or allows the Mets to flex the youngster to left field an easier position to field upon making the jump to the majors. Robert's range (outs above average) of 7 this past season ranked in MLB's 93rd percentile. The 28-year-old's offensive game has experienced significant regression over the last two years, though. In 2023, he mashed 38 home runs with 80 RBI and an .857 OPS."
The Mets inquired about acquiring Luis Robert Jr. at last season's trade deadline, and interest remains. After the White Sox signed Munetaka Murakami, the White Sox are fielding calls on Robert, with the Mets and Cincinnati Reds engaged in conversations. Center field remains a primary Mets need after the Jose Siri injury and the Cedric Mullins acquisition not working out, and the Brandon Nimmo trade to Texas increased outfield needs. Tyrone Taylor is a backup, and top prospect Carson Benge will have an opportunity to win the starting job. Robert offers elite defense (7 outs above average, 93rd percentile) but has shown offensive regression since 2023. The White Sox seek pitching depth, and the Mets have potential trade pieces.
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