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Mets Target Luis Robert Jr. as White Sox Seek Pitching Depth

The Mets are engaged in trade talks with Chicago for center fielder Robert Jr., with pitching expected back. The talks follow the White Sox’s Murakami signing. Robert hit 38 homers in 2023 but just 28 across 2024–25. He brings plus defense, a Mets need, stole 33 bases last season, earns $20M in 2026, and carries a 2027 club option.