Giants and Reds Fall Short in Pursuit of White Sox Star Luis Robert Jr.

Trade talks for All-Star outfielder Luis Robert Jr. with the Chicago White Sox collapsed for both teams, leaving him likely to remain in Chicago for the 2025 season.

• The San Francisco Giants and Cincinnati Reds both attempted to trade for Chicago White Sox outfielder Luis Robert Jr. this offseason, but neither deal materialized.
• Robert, a 2023 All-Star and Silver Slugger winner, struggled with injuries in 2024, hitting .224 with 14 home runs but remains a highly sought-after player.
• The Giants reportedly abandoned talks due to high demands for their top prospects, while the Reds could not agree on salary commitments with the White Sox.
• The Reds pivoted to alternative moves, signing free-agent outfielder Austin Hays and trading for reliever Taylor Rogers from the Giants.
• Despite the trade failures, Robert is expected to open spring training with the White Sox, who have retained their star center fielder for now.

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