Luis Robert Jr. Drawing Preliminary Trade Interest From Multiple Teams

A strong power display after his injured-list return creates trade interest that could force talks over his health plus his $20 million 2027 club option.

Overview

Multiple outlets reported Wednesday that Robert is generating preliminary trade interest as the Mets shift to seller mode ahead of the August 3, 2026 trade deadline.
Robert returned from the injured list on Monday and in his second game back hit a long, 112 mph home run that highlighted his power upside.
Offensively he has struggled this year, producing roughly a .628 OPS in limited at-bats, which reduces his market value despite his tools.
His contract situation complicates trades because he carries a $20 million club option for 2027 with a $2 million buyout and about $5.9 million is still owed after the deadline, which may require New York to retain salary.
The Philadelphia Phillies have been named as a possible suitor, interest is described as preliminary, and the Mets plan to play Robert two of every three days in center while any talks progress.