Mets Place Luis Robert Jr. on Outright Waivers

The New York Mets have placed outfielder Luis Robert Jr. on outright waivers, per Anthony DiComo, making him available to any club willing to take on the remainder of his contract.

A team that claims Robert would absorb approximately $4.89 million in remaining salary, along with the associated luxury tax implications — a number that will shape how much interest he actually draws.

What remains unconfirmed

No claim has been reported as of this writing. Whether Robert clears waivers and what happens next — a release, an assignment, or a claim — is still unresolved.

The roster picture in New York

The move comes as the Mets have been reshaping their outfield situation. Juan Soto was activated off the injured list and drove in a run in his first game back, which tightens the competition for at-bats in the corner. Robert's path to regular playing time in New York had narrowed considerably before this step.

What to watch: whether a contender or rebuilding club steps in to claim Robert before the waiver window closes, and how the Mets fill out their roster as September expansion approaches.