Orioles claim outfielder Luis Robert Jr. off waivers from Mets
9 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Sep 2, 2026, 5:01 PM
Last updated Sep 2, 2026
The Baltimore Orioles claimed outfielder Luis Robert Jr. off waivers from the New York Mets on Sunday. The move provides the 68-69 Orioles with additional outfield depth as they pursue the final American League wild-card berth. Baltimore currently sits one game behind the Cleveland Guardians for that playoff position. Robert Jr. has appeared in 58 games this season, battling back injuries that sidelined him for nearly three months. Under the terms of the claim, Baltimore assumes approximately $3 million of his salary for the remainder of the 2026 season. The contract also includes a $20 million club option for 2027 with a $2 million buyout. The Mets shed the remaining financial obligations and luxury tax penalties, clearing roster space for younger outfielders Carson Benge and A.J. Ewing.
- •The Orioles claimed Luis Robert Jr. from the Mets off waivers.
- •Baltimore is one game behind the Guardians for an American League wild-card spot.
- •The Orioles owe approximately $3 million for the rest of the 2026 season.
- •Robert Jr. has 10 home runs and a.223 batting average this season.
- •The Mets cleared roster room for young players Carson Benge and A.J. Ewing.
- 5:01 PMYahoo Sports — Luis Robert Jr. understood Mets placing him on waivers, excited to join Orioles in playoff race
- 1:37 AMYahoo Sports — Disappointing Mets Outfielder Claimed On Waivers By Orioles
- 9:15 PMESPN — Claimed by O's, Robert Jr. joins AL playoff chase
- 8:50 PMYahoo Sports — Orioles claim OF Luis Robert Jr. off waivers from the New York Mets
- 6:50 PMYahoo Sports — Mets call up outfield prospect after Luis Robert Jr. to Orioles news
- 6:42 PMCBS MLB — Orioles claim Luis Robert Jr. off waivers from Mets: After selling at deadline, Baltimore scrambling for help
- 6:06 PMMLB.com — O's add pop to lineup, claim Robert Jr. off waivers from Mets (source) - MLB.com
"The Baltimore Orioles claimed outfielder Luis Robert Jr. off waivers from the New York Mets on Monday. The Orioles, who were starting a three-game series at Colorado on Monday night, said the 29-year-old Robert had not yet reported. Robert's contract also has a $20 million club option for 2027 with a $2 million buyout.
"DENVER — As the Orioles aim to make a September push into the postseason, they’re taking a chance on a player who could immediately upgrade their outfield mix. Baltimore has claimed outfielder Luis Robert Jr. off outright waivers from the Mets, sources told M…
"The Baltimore Orioles claimed veteran outfielder Luis Robert Jr. from the New York Mets on Monday, as they enter September in a battle for the final American League wild-card spot.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 2, 2026, 5:01 PMLuis Robert Jr. understood Mets placing him on waivers, excited to join Orioles in playoff race
Luis Robert Jr. admitted there were some weird emotions switching teams mid-season, but understands why the Mets opted to place him on waivers this weekend.
- Yahoo SportsSep 1, 2026, 1:37 AMDisappointing Mets Outfielder Claimed On Waivers By Orioles
The New York Mets put Luis Robert Jr. on waivers over the weekend, and the Baltimore Orioles have picked him up.
- ESPNAug 31, 2026, 9:15 PMClaimed by O's, Robert Jr. joins AL playoff chase
The Baltimore Orioles claimed veteran outfielder Luis Robert Jr. from the New York Mets on Monday, as they enter September in a battle for the final American League wild-card spot.
- Yahoo SportsAug 31, 2026, 8:50 PMOrioles claim OF Luis Robert Jr. off waivers from the New York Mets
The Baltimore Orioles claimed outfielder Luis Robert Jr. off waivers from the New York Mets on Monday. The Orioles, who were starting a three-game series at Colorado on Monday night, said the 29-year-old Robert had not yet reported. Robert's contract also has a $20 million club option for 2027 with a $2 million buyout.
- Yahoo SportsAug 31, 2026, 6:50 PMMets call up outfield prospect after Luis Robert Jr. to Orioles news
The Mets are making a roster move after Robert joined the Orioles.
- CBS MLBAug 31, 2026, 6:42 PMOrioles claim Luis Robert Jr. off waivers from Mets: After selling at deadline, Baltimore scrambling for help
The Orioles, despite a sub-.500 record, are just one game behind the Guardians for a wild-card berth
- MLB.comAug 31, 2026, 6:06 PMO's add pop to lineup, claim Robert Jr. off waivers from Mets (source) - MLB.com
DENVER — As the Orioles aim to make a September push into the postseason, they’re taking a chance on a player who could immediately upgrade their outfield mix. Baltimore has claimed outfielder Luis Robert Jr. off outright waivers from the Mets, sources told M…
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