Mets place Luis Robert Jr. on waivers amid struggling season
8 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Aug 31, 2026, 8:39 PM
Last updated Aug 31, 2026
The Mets placed outfielder Luis Robert Jr. on waivers on Saturday, ending his tenure in New York. Robert had a challenging first season with the team after being acquired from the Chicago White Sox in January, partly due to injuries. He has a team option worth $20 million for the 2027 season, making his future with the Mets uncertain. If claimed, the new team would inherit his remaining contract, which includes about $3 million for the 2026 season and a $2 million buyout for the 2027 option. Saturday marks the last day for teams to claim players and have them eligible for the postseason.
- •Luis Robert Jr. was acquired by the Mets in January.
- •He struggled with injuries, hitting.222 with 10 home runs in 56 games.
- •His team option for 2027 is valued at $20 million.
- •Robert's time with the Mets ends with this waiver placement.
- •Saturday was the final day to claim players for postseason eligibility.
- 8:39 PMYahoo Sports — Mets Lose Luis Robert Jr. on Waivers as AL Team Claims Slugger
- 5:50 PMYahoo Entertainment — Orioles claim outfielder Luis Robert Jr. after Mets placed him on waivers, despite hot-hitting August - Yahoo Sports
- 1:46 AMYahoo Sports — Mets Put Free Agent Bust Luis Robert Jr. on Outright Waivers
- 11:52 PMYahoo Sports — Report: Mets Place Veteran Outfielder on Waivers
- 11:42 PMYahoo Sports — Mets place outfielder Luis Robert Jr. on waivers, despite hot-hitting August
- 10:45 PMYahoo Sports — Mets place Luis Robert Jr. on waivers
- 10:29 PMMLB Trade Rumors — Mets Place Luis Robert Jr. On Waivers - MLB Trade Rumors
- 10:21 PMMLB.com — Mets place Robert on outright waivers (source) - MLB.com
"The New York Mets have placed outfielder Luis Robert Jr. on waivers, according to SNY's Anthony DiComo. The 29-year-old has seen limited action this season due to injury issues, but has shown some pop since returning in July. Report: Mets Waive Luis Robert Jr. *Note: All stats entering play on Saturday, 8/29 The Mets acquired …
"NEW YORK -- The Mets have placed outfielder Luis Robert Jr. on waivers, according to a source, giving other teams a chance to claim him and assume the remainder of his salary. New York has not confirmed the move. It’s a potential cash-saving move for the Mets…
"The New York Mets saw Luis Robert Jr. get claimed on waivers as an AL team in playoff contention claimed him. The post Mets Lose Luis Robert Jr. on Waivers as AL Team Claims Slugger appeared first on HEAVY.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 31, 2026, 8:39 PMMets Lose Luis Robert Jr. on Waivers as AL Team Claims Slugger
The New York Mets saw Luis Robert Jr. get claimed on waivers as an AL team in playoff contention claimed him. The post Mets Lose Luis Robert Jr. on Waivers as AL Team Claims Slugger appeared first on HEAVY.
- Yahoo EntertainmentAug 31, 2026, 5:50 PMOrioles claim outfielder Luis Robert Jr. after Mets placed him on waivers, despite hot-hitting August - Yahoo Sports
Robert is owed nearly $5 million on his contract, which now goes on the Orioles' payroll.
- Yahoo SportsAug 30, 2026, 1:46 AMMets Put Free Agent Bust Luis Robert Jr. on Outright Waivers
The Mets put free agent bust Luis Robert Jr. on outright waivers after his disappointing stint with New York. The post Mets Put Free Agent Bust Luis Robert Jr. on Outright Waivers appeared first on HEAVY.
- Yahoo SportsAug 29, 2026, 11:52 PMReport: Mets Place Veteran Outfielder on Waivers
The New York Mets have placed outfielder Luis Robert Jr. on waivers, according to SNY's Anthony DiComo. The 29-year-old has seen limited action this season due to injury issues, but has shown some pop since returning in July. Report: Mets Waive Luis Robert Jr. *Note: All stats entering play on Saturday, 8/29 The Mets acquired …
- Yahoo SportsAug 29, 2026, 11:42 PMMets place outfielder Luis Robert Jr. on waivers, despite hot-hitting August
Robert is owed nearly $5 million on his contract, which may be more than a playoff contender is willing to pay.
- Yahoo SportsAug 29, 2026, 10:45 PMMets place Luis Robert Jr. on waivers
The Mets have placed outfielder Luis Robert Jr. on waivers on Saturday, ending his time in New York.
- MLB Trade RumorsAug 29, 2026, 10:29 PMMets Place Luis Robert Jr. On Waivers - MLB Trade Rumors
Mets center fielder Luis Robert Jr. is on waivers. Read more. at MLBTR.
- MLB.comAug 29, 2026, 10:21 PMMets place Robert on outright waivers (source) - MLB.com
NEW YORK -- The Mets have placed outfielder Luis Robert Jr. on waivers, according to a source, giving other teams a chance to claim him and assume the remainder of his salary. New York has not confirmed the move. It’s a potential cash-saving move for the Mets…
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