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Mets Lose Luis Robert Jr. to 10-Day IL.

5/1/2026

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Summary

Luis Robert Injured

The Mets placed Luis Robert Jr. on the 10-day injured list starting April 27, 2026 after an MRI showed a lumbar disc herniation and recalled infielder Eric Wagaman, promoted Austin Warren and designated Carl Edwards Jr. for assignment.
Manager Carlos Mendoza said Robert will miss seven-ten days after an epidural.
Robert joins Francisco Lindor, Jorge Polanco and Jared Young on an injury list that leaves the Mets 10-20, the worst in MLB.

Summary

Luis Robert Trade

Luis Robert Jr.'s January trade sent Luisangel Acuna and Truman Pauley to the Chicago White Sox.
Acuna is batting 13-for-72 this season, indicating minimal production for Chicago.
Robert has landed on the injured list nine times from 2021-2025, a risk the Mets knew.
Analysts view the exchange as a wash given Robert’s continued availability issues and fan frustration.

History

Historical Context

During the mid-2000s the Mets centered their lineup on shortstop José Reyes, who led the NL in stolen bases for three straight seasons (2005-2007). His career was repeatedly halted by injuries—including a 2009 torn hamstring and a 2016 intercostal strain—mirroring the 2026 Mets’ decision to place Luis Robert Jr. on the injured list and reshuffle the roster.

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Luis Robert Injured

The Mets placed Luis Robert Jr. on the 10-day injured list starting April 27, 2026 after an MRI showed a lumbar disc herniation and recalled infielder Eric Wagaman, promoted Austin Warren and designated Carl Edwards Jr. for assignment.
Manager Carlos Mendoza said Robert will miss seven-ten days after an epidural.
Robert joins Francisco Lindor, Jorge Polanco and Jared Young on an injury list that leaves the Mets 10-20, the worst in MLB.

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