White Sox and Mets trade Luis Robert Jr. amid ongoing struggles
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 12:30 AM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
The Chicago White Sox traded Luis Robert Jr. to the New York Mets three months ago, seeking to reduce payroll. Robert initially performed well but is now sidelined due to a lumbar spine disc herniation, placing him on the 60-day injured list. Meanwhile, the return for the White Sox has not fared better, with Luisangel Acuña struggling at the plate and other players from the deal underperforming. Both teams are experiencing significant issues stemming from this trade, questioning the decision’s rationale and future implications.
- •Luis Robert Jr. started well but is currently injured for the Mets.
- •White Sox traded Robert Jr. for Acuña and Pauley to save money.
- •Acuña has a.200 batting average and poor defensive metrics.
- •Truman Pauley has a 6.57 ERA in Low-A this season.
- •Both teams are suffering from the impacts of the trade.
- 12:30 AMYahoo Sports — Revisiting a White Sox Trade That Was a Lose-Lose for Both Teams
"Three months later, the Luis Robert Jr. trade looks like a rare deal that has hurt both teams, though the White Sox have found ways to overcome it.
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