Mets Place Luis Robert Jr. on Waivers

The New York Mets have placed outfielder Luis Robert Jr. on outright waivers, as reported by Anthony DiComo of MLB.com. Other teams in the league have a 48-hour window to claim him, during which Robert can continue to play for the Mets.

This move follows a similar action by the Cincinnati Reds with Eugenio Suárez and TJ Friedl, who remained with the team after going unclaimed. Robert, who is owed approximately $4.89 million, including a $2 million offseason buyout, may face a similar outcome. A claiming team would assume this financial obligation, providing the Mets with some salary relief and additional savings in luxury taxes.

Robert, who debuted with the Chicago White Sox in 2020 and made the All-Star team in 2023, has faced challenges with injuries in recent seasons. After being traded to the Mets last winter, the team had hoped to contend for the World Series but has struggled significantly this year. Robert was placed on the injured list earlier in the season but has shown improvement in August, hitting .286/.342/.557. If claimed, he would be eligible to participate in the playoffs with a new team, with the deadline for this decision approaching on September 1.