Overview
- Chicago receives infielder Luisangel Acuña and right‑hander Truman Pauley, according to multiple reports from ESPN, MLB.com and others.
- Reports indicate the Mets are taking on Robert’s full 2026 pay and responsibility for either a $2 million buyout or a $20 million club option for 2027, with no cash sent by the White Sox.
- The acquisition addresses the Mets’ center‑field vacancy and is expected to lessen, though not eliminate, their pursuit of free agent Cody Bellinger.
- Robert, 28, was an All‑Star and Silver Slugger in 2023 but has battled injuries and posted reduced offense in 2024–25, while remaining a plus defender with 33 steals last season.
- The move follows New York’s recent additions of Bo Bichette and Marcus Semien and reshapes the outfield alignment and roster competition heading into spring training.