Overview

• Luis Robert Jr. is batting .186 with a .589 OPS, five home runs, and 52 strikeouts in 44 games, marking a career-worst offensive performance.
• Despite his struggles at the plate, Robert remains a Gold Glove–caliber center fielder and leads MLB with 17 stolen bases this season.
• Robert acknowledged his diminished market appeal, stating he doesn’t believe teams will take a chance on him given his current form.
• The White Sox have not found a suitable trade for Robert as part of their ongoing rebuild, though his team-friendly contract options for 2026 and 2027 provide potential leverage.
• Manager Will Venable expressed confidence in Robert’s ability to adjust, emphasizing mental resilience and improvements at the plate.