"They just explained to me that they wanted me to strengthen parts of my lower body that they thought were a little bit weaker and that eventually, I would progress to the point where I would be able to play in games. I was very excited to be able to go out there and following the process and the program that the team put me on."
"If we keep this guy healthy, the sky is the limit. We've seen it - 2023, when he was healthy, he was one of the best players in the league. The tools are unbelievable. He's a guy that can go get it in the outfield. He's got speed, can steal bases, can hit it as far as anybody in the game as well, so there's a lot to like."
Luis Robert Jr. made significant progress in his recovery by playing center field for five innings in a Grapefruit League game, recording a line-drive single. The Mets implemented a comprehensive plan focused on strengthening his lower body to address previous injury concerns. Manager Carlos Mendoza indicated Robert will likely play back-to-back games in upcoming split-squad contests. The team plans to carefully monitor and rest Robert during the regular season to maintain his health. When healthy, Robert demonstrated elite performance in 2023 as an All-Star, showcasing exceptional power, speed, and defensive abilities that position him as a cornerstone player if durability can be maintained.
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