Mets place Luis Robert Jr. on waivers amid struggling season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 10:45 PM
Last updated Aug 29, 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.
- 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
"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 …
"Robert is owed nearly $5 million on his contract, which may be more than a playoff contender is willing to pay.
"The Mets have placed outfielder Luis Robert Jr. on waivers on Saturday, ending his time in New York.
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External links- 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.
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