Mets Face New Trade Threat as Reds Enter Race for $50M White Sox Star

The New York Mets are once again in the middle of a Chicago-driven trade storyline, this time competing with the Cincinnati Reds for White Sox center fielder Luis Robert Jr. After missing out on Munetaka Murakami, Mets president David Stearns now faces added pressure as Chicago looks to move Robert in exchange for pitching depth, according to USA Today’s Bob Nightengale.

While Robert has battled injuries and inconsistency since his 38-homer All-Star season in 2023, he still brings elite defense, speed, and upside, making him a strong fit for a depleted Mets roster. However, the Reds’ surplus of young arms makes them a serious threat, forcing the Mets to act quickly if they want to land the $50M star before another rival does.

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