Luis Robert Jr. hits home run in rehab game for Triple-A Syracuse

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Last updated Jul 19, 2026

Luis Robert Jr. hits home run in rehab game for Triple-A Syracuse
Summary

Luis Robert Jr. played for Triple-A Syracuse on July 18, hitting a two-run home run in the fourth inning against the Buffalo Bisons. Syracuse defeated Buffalo 15-2 with Robert finishing 2-for-5, contributing two runs and two RBI. This marked Robert's second home run in eight rehab games since starting on June 30. Mets interim manager Andy Green indicated that Robert could return to the major league team during their series in Milwaukee starting July 20. Prior to his injury, Robert had a.224 batting average with two home runs in 24 games.

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  • •Luis Robert Jr. hits two-run homer in rehab game on July 18.
  • •Syracuse wins 15-2 against Buffalo Bisons.
  • •Robert goes 2-for-5, with two runs scored and two RBI.
  • •Potential return to Mets lineup during Milwaukee series starting July 20.
  • •Robert was batting.224 with two home runs prior to injury.
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  • 8:44 PMYahoo Sports — Mets activate Luis Robert Jr. from injured list
  • 3:27 AMYahoo Sports — Mets' Luis Robert Jr. launches home run in rehab game for Triple-A Syracuse
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With a return to the majors on the horizon, Luis Robert Jr. showed that he's ready to be back playing with the Mets.

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Robert Jr. makes his return to the active roster after nearly three months on the IL.

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