The trade market for Luis Robert Jr. is heating up, and the Mets are not alone in their interest in the White Sox outfielder.
According to Francys Romero of Beisbol FR , the Mets, Padres, and Pirates have all expressed interest in acquiring Robert.
Chicago picked up Robert’s $20 million option for 2026, but Romero reports that the outfielder has a “strong chance of being traded this offseason.”
Robert was at the center of a lot of trade speculation at this summer’s deadline, but no deal came together.
The 28-year-old was heavily linked to the Mets before the July 31 deadline, but according to Jon Heyman of the New York Post , the two sides “never got close” on a deal.
Robert didn’t end up having a stellar 2025 season, hitting .223/.297/.364 with 14 home runs and 53 RBI. But he

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