The Philadelphia Phillies have shown ongoing interest in Luis Robert Jr., who is anticipated to be traded by the Chicago White Sox. Although Robert has struggled, hitting .177 with a 58 OPS+, he still possesses notable speed and athleticism at age 27. His declining performance following a career-worst season in 2024 raises concerns, but some believe a change of environment could revive his career. Additionally, the New York Mets are also interested, prompting the Phillies to carefully navigate any competition in trade discussions.
Even Robert is aware of how much he's tanked his value, as he's only fallen further after a career-worst season in 2024. Yet he's still only 27, and both the bat speed and the foot speed are still there. Maybe he'll never be the 38-homer slugger from 2023 again, but a team could acquire him and hope there will be nowhere to go but up after the change of scenery.
If the Phillies want him, they have to be careful that the Mets don't send a package to Chicago that would interest them.
There are other tools to be excited about, like leading the American League in stolen bases with 21, but a 58 OPS+ for a guy who can't stay on the field is far from ideal.
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