Luis Robert Still Enticing Trade Piece, But Has Star's Poor Play Killed His Value?
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The Chicago White Sox are approaching a fork in the road involving their talented centerfielder, Luis Robert Jr.
The Sox are running out of time for Robert to save his season -- and the White Sox's return package. Robert's play has been frustrating this season, and it may cost the White Sox at the trade deadline.
CINCINNATI, OHIO - MAY 15: Luis Robert Jr. #88 of the Chicago White Sox walks back to the dugout after striking out in the first inning against the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park...
CINCINNATI, OHIO - MAY 15: Luis Robert Jr. #88 of the Chicago White Sox walks back to the dugout after striking out in the first inning against the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park on May 15, 2025 in Cincinnati, Ohio. More
Photo byRobert has been the headliner of this season's trade deadline for months now, but with his poor play, he may be playing his way out of being the top commodity for contenders. Entering Tuesday, Robert had a batting average of .191 and has hit five home runs this season. Robert has taken a sharp decline in the past two seasons since his lone All-Star appearance.
Robert's contract runs through 2027 with club options, which makes his contract team-friendly. Robert's struggles have been center stage and as one of the last remaining trade chips on the White Sox roster. The future of the franchise relies on the return Robert can bring.
While Robert has been struggling the past two seasons, he is healthy, which has been a point of contention on how good the once-promising prospect could be. Staying on the field is going to give Robert the chance to prove himself capable of returning to the level he played at in 2023. With his future hanging in the balance, Robert will have to take a step up to find himself on a contender down the stretch.
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