Luis Robert Jr.

The Padres have been linked to Luis Robert this offseason.

Fantasy Impact

Robert has found his name in the middle of trade rumors across each of the past couple of seasons. It is unclear where he would fit in San Diego with Fernando Tatis, Jackson Merrill, and Ramon Laureano as the starting outfield.

Luis Robert Jr. has had his $20 million option picked up by the White Sox.

Fantasy Impact

Robert will return to the White Sox after an underwhelming 2025 season, where he hit .223 with a .661 OPS. He will continue to be an everyday player on the south side.

Chicago White Sox manager Will Venable said that time could be running out for a Luis Robert Jr. return this season.

Fantasy Impact

Robert has been on the injured list since August 27 with a Grade 2 hamstring strain. Given the White Sox are out of the playoff race, there is no urgency to get him back on the field. The team will continue to use Brooks Baldwin and Michael Taylor in center field for the rest of the season.

White Sox GM Chris Getz told reporters Luis Robert Jr. has been diagnosed with a Grade 2 left hamstring strain.

Fantasy Impact

Getz added that Robert could be out for the season. There should be an update on his status later in the week.

Luis Robert Jr. left Tuesday's game against the Royals with left hamstring soreness.

Fantasy Impact

Robert is set to be further evaluated. There should be an update on his status on Wednesday.