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Mets Acquire Luis Robert Jr. From White Sox

The Mets strengthen their outfield with Luis Robert Jr., a former All-Star and Gold Glove winner, trading two young players to the White Sox.

  • On Jan 20, 2026, the New York Mets agreed to acquire center fielder Luis Robert Jr., sending infielder Luisangel Acuna and right-handed pitcher Truman Pauley to the Chicago White Sox.
  • After moving on from Brandon Nimmo and Jeff McNeil, the New York Mets sought outfield help and shifted from stalled Cody Bellinger talks to a less costly alternative last week.
  • Last season, Luis Robert Jr. hit a career-worst.223 with 14 home runs and a career-best 33 stolen bases, ending his season on the injured list on Aug. 27.
  • Per reporting, the Mets are absorbing the remaining contract which includes a $20M salary and a $20M club option for 2027 with a $2M buyout.
  • With a fresh start, Luis Robert Jr. could regain consistent offense and defense, as the New York Mets hope his 1.4 WAR last two seasons aids their playoff push after 83-79 record last year.
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On3 broke the news in on Tuesday, January 20, 2026.
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