Luis Robert
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MLB Player Data
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Jun 29 2025The White Sox placed Robert on the 10-day injured list Sunday due to a left hamstring strain. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After being lifted from Wednesday's game due to what the White Sox labeled as hamstring tightness, Robert was out of the lineup for the next two contests before it was determined that he would require more down time. The White Sox will announce a corresponding roster move prior to Tuesday's game against the Dodgers. Robert will be eligible to return from the IL on July 6, though it's unclear if he'll be ready to go after a minimum-length stay on the shelf. Michael Taylor will start in center field Sunday against the Giants and is likely to serve as Robert's primary replacement for the duration of his stay on the IL.
Jun 28 2025Robert (hamstring) is not in the White Sox's starting lineup against the Giants on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert will be out of the lineup for a second straight game after he was removed from Wednesday's contest against Arizona due to left hamstring tightness. The White Sox will start Andrew Benintendi, Michael Taylor and Austin Slater in the outfield from left to right.
Jun 27 2025Robert (hamstring) is out of the lineup for Friday's game against the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert was lifted from Wednesday's game due to hamstring tightness, and despite having a team day off Thursday, Robert will remain on the bench for Friday's series opener. Michael Taylor will bat ninth and patrol center field in place of Robert.
Jun 25 2025Robert was lifted from Wednesday's contest versus the Diamondbacks in the first inning due to left hamstring tightness, Brooke Fletcher of Chicago Sports Network reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert was removed for a pinch hitter before taking his first plate appearance. He is being evaluated, and the White Sox should have more information on his condition after the game.
Jun 24 2025Robert went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Tuesday's loss to the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert took Ryne Nelson deep in the second inning for the White Sox's lone run of the night. He has just three hits in 27 at-bats since June 17, with two of those going for solo home runs. On another positive note, Robert did not strike out Tuesday night and has a 3:3 BB:K over his last four games.
Jun 21 2025Robert went 1-for-5 with a two-run home run Friday against the Blue Jays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert cracked a 441-foot home run against Mason Fluharty in the third inning, his seventh long ball of the season. He continues to strike out an alarming clip -- he has a 35.2 percent strikeout rate in June -- but Robert has managed 10 RBI, two homers and one stolen base across his last 15 games.
Jun 19 2025Robert isn't in the lineup for the second game of Thursday's doubleheader against St. Louis. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert went 1-for-3 with two strikeouts during a 5-4 loss in Game 1, and he'll retreat to the bench for the final game of the day. Michael Taylor will cover center field and bat ninth while Robert sits.
Jun 17 2025Robert (thumb) will start in center field and bat fifth in Tuesday's game versus the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert had to be scratched from Sunday's lineup against the Rangers due to right thumb soreness. However, he had an extra day off with the White Sox being idle Monday and is ready to roll for Tuesday's series opener.
Jun 15 2025Robert (thumb) expects to play Tuesday versus the Cardinals, Kyle Williams of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert said following Sunday's 2-1 loss to the Rangers that his thumb "feels good" and that he "should be good to go" for Tuesday's series opener against St. Louis. The outfielder has secured at least one hit in each of his last five games, batting .368 with a solo home run and four RBI over that stretch.
Jun 10 2025Robert went 2-for-4 with a solo home run, a double and two RBI on Tuesday against the Astros. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert took Lance McCullers deep in the fourth inning to tally his sixth home run of the season and first since May 2. He is hitting just .184 across 237 plate appearances on the campaign and has shown very few signs of turning things around by going just 5-for-33 across his last 10 games. The one positive to Robert's season is his 21 stolen bases.
Jun 6 2025Robert went 2-for-3 with three RBI and a walk in Friday's 7-2 win over the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert's three RBI were his most since he tallied a season-high four back on May 1, and it was his first multi-RBI altogether since then. The veteran center fielder has struggled at the plate essentially all year long -- he has just eight multi-hit efforts and 11 extra-base hits in 56 games -- but Friday was an encouraging sign after he missed some time for a mental break earlier this week. Robert's name has swirled around in trade rumors this season, and a potential move from the 21-43 White Sox would figure to aid his fantasy value.
Jun 5 2025White Sox manager Will Venable said that Robert is not in Thursday's lineup versus the Tigers after a ball ricocheted off the batting cage and struck him in the head during batting practice, Jared Wyllys of AllCHGO.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert was not in the lineup Tuesday or Wednesday as he received a mental break, but he had been slated to play Thursday prior to the pregame mishap. However, Robert is being held out as a precaution, and he is expected back in the lineup Friday against the Royals.
Jun 3 2025Robert is not in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: White Sox manager Will Venable said that Robert won't start Wednesday's game, either, as he gets a mental break while battling through a season-long slump, per Kyle Williams of the Chicago Sun-Times. The 27-year-old is 1-for-20 over his last seven contests to drag his season batting line down to .177/.266/.286. Michael Taylor is in center field and batting eighth Tuesday.
Jun 1 2025Robert is starting in center field and batting seventh Sunday against the Orioles. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran outfielder has gone 0-for-8 with six strikeouts in the past two games after sitting out a couple days due to knee soreness, and manager Will Venable has elected to move Robert down the lineup given his season-long struggles at the plate. The 27-year-old leads the league with 21 stolen bases but has otherwise struggled offensively with a .182/.269/.294 slash line, five homers, 20 RBI and 24 runs in 53 games.
May 30 2025Robert (knee) is starting in center field and batting fifth Friday against the Orioles. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 27-year-old sat out the previous two games due to knee soreness but is back in the lineup after Thursday's team off day. Robert has a .215/.259/.304 slash line with one homer through 23 games in May, though he's supplied value on the basepaths with nine steals.
May 28 2025Robert is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Mets due to knee soreness, Kyle Williams of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert is out of the lineup for a second consecutive game Wednesday, and it's now known his absence is due to knee soreness. Michael Taylor will play center field Wednesday. Robert can be considered day-to-day, though, per Williams, White Sox manager Will Venable said Robert will likely be back for Friday's series opener against Baltimore.
May 27 2025Robert is out of the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Mets. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert leads the league with 21 stolen bases -- which is just two short of the career-high 23 steals he posted last season -- but has otherwise been a disappointment offensively in 2025 with a .191/.277/.309 slash line through 50 games. The 27-year-old started the previous 13 contests but will receive a breather Tuesday against New York righty Tylor Megill. Michael Taylor will instead start in center field for the White Sox.
May 24 2025Robert went 3-for-5 with two doubles, one RBI, two runs scored and a stolen base in Saturday's victory over Texas. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert recorded his first three-hit game of the season in a strong team win. It's been a tough season for the 27-year-old so far, and despite this standout performance, things don't appear to be turning around just yet. In the 15 games leading up to Saturday, Robert hit just .148 (8-for-54) with only one extra-base hit. The White Sox are certainly hoping this can be a turning point for their talented center fielder, but that remains to be seen.
May 18 2025Robert went 2-for-4 with a double and a run scored Sunday against the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert ended a three-game hitless streak, but he has still reached base in only two of his last seven games. He's hitting just .184 this season and has shown little improvement as the campaign has progressed. On the other hand, Robert has returned some fantasy value with five home runs and 17 steals across 43 contests.
May 14 2025Robert went 2-for-3 with an RBI single, a run scored and a stolen base during Wednesday's 4-2 win over the Reds. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert swiped his 10th bag in his last 15 appearances, stealing second base in the second inning after reaching on a single. The 27-year-old is slashing just .190/.296/.321 through 137 at-bats, but he's provided plenty of value in the steal department, leading MLB in the category.
May 13 2025Robert (knee) is starting in center field and batting cleanup Tuesday against the Reds. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He missed two games with right knee soreness but is back in the mix after Monday's off day. Robert is hitting .241 with one home run and three steals in 29 at-bats this month.
May 11 2025Robert (knee) is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Marlins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Though Robert will miss a second straight start, the outfielder's sore right knee is considered a minor concern. Robert will be available off the bench Sunday, and the expectation is that he'll return to the lineup Tuesday in Cincinnati following Monday's team off day.
May 10 2025Robert is out of Saturday's lineup against the Marlins due to right knee soreness, Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The issue doesn't appear to be serious, as manager Will Venable expects Robert to be available off the bench. Robert has started to pick up his performance of late, hitting .245 with three home runs and eight stolen bases across his last 15 games. Michael Taylor is taking over in center field while hitting ninth for Saturday's contest.
May 6 2025Robert is out of the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert started the previous 16 games and will receive a day off after posting a .241/.371/.483 slash line with four homers and nine steals during that stretch. Michael Taylor is starting in center field and batting ninth Tuesday in Kansas City.
May 4 2025Robert went 2-for-3 with two steals, one RBI and a walk in Sunday's rain-shortened 5-4 victory over the Astros. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The White Sox center fielder overtook Oneil Cruz for the MLB lead in stolen bases in this contest, upping his season total to 15. Robert pilfered second base in the opening frame before adding another steal in the sixth inning. The 27-year-old has been running wild over his last eight games, going 8-for-9 on the basepaths while hitting .345 (10-for-29). Through 136 total plate appearances, Robert is slashing .195/.313/.354 with five homers, 19 runs scored, 15 RBI and a 20:43 BB:K.
May 2 2025Robert went 1-for-2 with a solo home run and two walks in Friday's 7-3 win over the Astros. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert hit safely for the seventh game in a row. He's gone 9-for-26 (.346) with three homers, eight RBI, seven runs scored and six stolen bases on eight attempts in that span. It's an encouraging stretch for the outfielder, who looks to be putting his early struggles behind him. He's still batting just .189 with a .668 OPS, five homers, 13 steals, 14 RBI and 17 runs scored over 30 contests this season. Robert's career high in steals is 23, which he set last year. He could shatter that mark if he stays healthy and continues to draw walks at a high rate -- he's posted a 15.1 percent walk rate so far.
May 1 2025Robert went 2-for-4 with four RBI and a steal in Thursday's 8-0 win over Milwaukee. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert got the White Sox on the board in the first inning with an RBI single to left field and stole second base on the next at-bat. He tacked on three more runs in the seventh frame on a bases-clearing double to center field, marking the seventh time in his career that he has logged four RBI in a single game. Robert is up to 13 stolen bases on the season (seven coming in his last five games), which is most in the American League and tied with Elly De La Cruz for most in the majors. Robert is in the midst of a six-game hitting streak, going 8-for-24 (.333) with four walks, six runs scored, two home runs and seven RBI over that span.
Apr 30 2025Robert went 1-for-3 with a solo home run, a walk and a steal in Tuesday's loss to the Brewers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert and Andrew Benintendi went back-to-back against Freddy Peralta in the opening frame for the White Sox's only two runs of the game. Robert now has two homers in his last three games and has recorded a hit and a walk in each of his last four. He's been active on the basepaths as well with four steals over his last three games. Robert still only has one game with multiple hits this season and is batting .158 for the year.
Apr 20 2025Robert went 1-for-3 with a two-run home run and two walks Saturday against the Red Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert was on the bench for Friday's game after going hitless across his last 14 at-bats. The day off appeared to help, as he smacked a two-run home run in the seventh inning to knot the game at 3-3. Robert is batting only .145 this season, but he has boosted his fantasy appeal with two home runs and six stolen bases.
Apr 18 2025Robert is absent from the lineup for Friday's game in Boston. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert has gone hitless in his last four games to drag his season-long OPS down to .439, so he'll get a day Friday to regroup. The White Sox have Michael Taylor in center field and batting ninth Friday.
Apr 12 2025Robert went 1-for-3 with a two-run home run, a walk, a stolen base and an additional run scored in Saturday's 3-2 win over the Red Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert tied the game in the sixth inning with his first homer of the season and then swiped a base and scored the game-winning run in the ninth. Despite Saturday's heroics, the 27-year-old is slashing just .178/.269/.267 with one home run, four RBI and seven runs scored across 54 plate appearances this season. On the bright side, he is currently tied for the AL lead in steals with six.
Apr 11 2025Robert went 1-for-3 with one RBI, two stolen bases and two runs scored in Friday's 11-1 win over the Red Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert also reached base twice due to catcher interference. The outfielder hasn't had much going with the bat so far, but he's taken advantage of his chances on base lately, logging four steals on six attempts over his last four games. He's batting .167 (7-for-42) with five steals, two RBI and five runs scored over 12 contests, but he's yet to hit a home run. Robert slashed .224/.278/.379 over 100 games in 2024, the worst of his first five years in the majors, but the biggest challenge for the 27-year-old will be staying healthy. Despite the injury risks, he's played in center field most of the times he's been in the lineup to begin 2025.
Apr 10 2025Robert is not in the lineup for Thursday's game in Cleveland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert went hitless in five plate appearances in Wednesday's loss to the Guardians, dropping his season average to .154. He'll get a breather for Thursday's series finale, yielding to Michael Taylor in center field.
Apr 6 2025Robert went 1-for-3 with a walk and was caught stealing in Sunday's loss to the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert has struggled to begin the season, as he has only two hits across his last six games and 19 at-bats. He also has only one extra-base knock, which was a double that came on Opening Day, and has struck out at a 30.6 percent clip.
Mar 30 2025Robert went 2-for-4 with a run scored and a stolen base Sunday against the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert entered the game having gone 1-for-8 with three strikeouts, though he turned things around Sunday. He singled in the first inning and came around to score, and he chipped in his first stolen base of the year seven frames later. Robert has hit second in all three of Chicago's games and should continue to occupy a key spot in the order.
Mar 1 2025Robert went 2-for-4 with a home run and three RBI in Saturday's Cactus League game. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert's name has been in trade rumors throughout the winter and that isn't likely to change unless he's dealt before Opening Day. He's put that chatter behind him, however, as he's collected four hits across his first 11 at-bats. Robert also managed his first homer of the spring Saturday, when he took Logan Evans deep.
Sep 29 2024Robert (ribs) is starting in center field and batting second in Sunday's game against the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert has been dealing with soreness in his rib cage, which has kept him out of the lineup for the last two games. However, the 27-year-old outfielder will return for the regular-season finale. Since Sept. 1, Robert has slashed .237/.295/.313 with two RBI across 88 plate appearances.
Sep 28 2024Robert (ribs) isn't in Chicago's lineup for Saturday's game against the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Soreness near Robert's rib cage prevented him from playing in Friday's game, and the issue is apparently severe enough to warrant another absence Saturday. While Robert rests, Andrew Benintendi, Dominic Fletcher and Zach DeLoach will form Chicago's outfield trio.
Sep 27 2024Robert is not in Friday's lineup due to some soreness in his rib cage area, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's not clear when or how Robert suffered the injury, but the White Sox believe he could be ready to return to the lineup Saturday. Dominic Fletcher is handling center field in Friday's game against the Tigers.
Sep 18 2024Robert is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Zach DeLoach will step in as Chicago's No. 2 hitter and starter in center field while Robert retreats to the bench for the day game after a night game. Robert had started in each of the White Sox's last 13 games, slashing .264/.298/.321 with no home runs, one stolen base, seven runs and two RBI during that stretch.
Sep 6 2024Robert (hamstring) is starting in center field and batting second Friday against the Red Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert exited Wednesday's game due to right hamstring tightness and the White Sox were off Thursday. He is hitting .220 with 12 home runs and 20 steals in 75 games since coming off the injured list in June.
Sep 4 2024Robert was removed from Wednesday's game against the Orioles due to right hamstring tightness. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert appeared to suffer the injury as he grounded into a double play during the sixth inning. The severity of his injury remains unknown, though he'll have an extra day to rest Thursday before Chicago begins its upcoming series against the Red Sox.
Sep 2 2024Robert is not in the lineup for Monday's game in Baltimore. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert looks to be getting a routine day off after starting in each of the previous seven tilts. Dominic Fletcher will slide over to center field and Zach DeLoach will get a start in right field Monday.
Aug 25 2024Robert is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert started the previous 10 games and will receive Sunday off after he posted a .943 OPS during that span. Dominic Fletcher will shift to center field while Corey Julks receives a start in right for the series finale versus Detroit.
Aug 21 2024Robert went 2-for-3 with a walk, a double, two runs and two stolen bases in Wednesday's 6-2 win against the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert scored the go-ahead run in the ninth inning, reaching on a one-out walk, advancing to second on a stolen base and to third on an infield single before crossing the plate on another single. He had previously swiped a bag in the sixth inning and is now up to 20 thefts on the campaign. That ties the career-high mark Robert established last season.
Aug 19 2024Robert went 3-for-5 with one RBI, a stolen base and a run scored in Monday's 5-3 loss to the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert has gone 10-for-26 (.385) over his last six games, though his steal Monday was his first successful attempt in three tries in that span. The outfielder has had little sustained success in 2024, slashing .216/.273/.418 with 14 home runs, 18 steals, 32 RBI and 31 runs scored across 69 contests. Still, he's one of the White Sox's better bats and continues to see plenty of playing time in center field.
Aug 17 2024Robert went 4-for-5 with two home runs and four RBI in Friday's win over Houston. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert ripped a two-run homer in the third inning, a solo shot in the fifth and finished his day with an RBI single in the eighth. He snapped a 16-game homerless drought, during which he went 8-for-65 (.123) with two extra-base hits. It was Robert's first multi-homer game since March 30 and he's up to 14 long balls through 66 games. He's slashing .212/.272/.424 with 26 extra-base hits and 17 steals.
Aug 12 2024Robert is out of the lineup for Monday's game against the Yankees. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert will receive a breather for the series opener after he had started in each of the White Sox's first eight games of August while going 2-for-35 with 15 strikeouts. Dominic Fletcher will check in for Robert in center field.
Aug 7 2024Robert went 1-for-4 with two steals and a run scored in Tuesday's win over the Athletics. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert reached twice via a fielder's choice in the first and a base hit in the fourth and stole second base both times he got on. He led the American League in steals in July and this was his third time this season stealing multiple bases in a game, bringing him up to 17 for the season. Though the White Sox finally ended their 21-game losing streak Tuesday night, Robert has still struggled to find a groove at the plate over the last month. Since July 6, he's slashing just .177/.225/.292 with two homers, eight RBI and seven runs. His OPS also dropped below .700 for the season after Tuesday's effort. For the year, Robert is slashing .211/.277/.421 with 12 homers, 26 RBI, 28 runs, 17 steals and a 21:89 BB:K in 249 plate appearances.
Jul 31 2024Robert is out of the lineup for Wednesday's contest against the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert ultimately stayed put ahead of Tuesday's trade deadline, and though he'll remain with the White Sox through at least the end of the season, he'll get a breather Wednesday. Dominic Fletcher will patrol center field in place of Robert, who reached base five times in the first two games of the series.
Jul 30 2024Robert went 3-for-4 with a double, an RBI, a run scored and a stolen base Monday against the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert had been quiet at the plate across his last six games, recording only one hit in 23 at-bats. However, his bat came alive Monday, when he tallied his eighth extra-base hit and 11th stolen base of the month. Though he's hitting only .212 for the season, Robert has hit a more palatable .241 across 87 at-bats in July.
Jul 27 2024Robert went 0-for-5 with a stolen base, a run scored and four strikeouts in Saturday's 6-3 loss to the Mariners. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: There's been two competing storylines for Robert in July. The good one is his speed -- he's racked up 10 steals over 21 contests this month, despite batting .228 in that span. The bad one is what has kept his average down: a strikeout problem, which reached its nadir Saturday with his second golden sombrero of the campaign. Robert has struck out multiple times in eight of his nine games since the All-Star break and is now fanning at a 36.6 percent rate this year. He's managed 13 steals, 12 home runs, 24 RBI and 25 runs scored while slashing .214/.287/.449 through 52 contests.
Jul 23 2024Robert went 2-for-5 with a double and a stolen base in Monday's extra-inning loss against the Rangers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert had a mixed performance, collecting multiple hits for the first time since returning from the All-Star break but also striking out multiple times for the fourth consecutive game. However, he also tallied his ninth steal across 16 contests in July and has yet to be caught during the month.
Jul 14 2024Robert went 3-for-3 with two walks and a stolen base during Sunday's 9-4 loss to Pittsburgh. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Despite reaching safely in all five plate appearances, Robert failed to score or drive in a run. However, he swiped his 11th base of 2024, seven of which have come in Robert's last nine games. The 26-year-old enters the All-Star Break with an .804 OPS, 11 home runs, 23 runs and 23 RBI across 179 plate appearances.
Jul 13 2024Robert went 1-for-4 with an RBI and two stolen bases in Saturday's 6-2 loss to the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert stole a base in the fourth inning and added an RBI single and a steal in the sixth. The outfielder has struggled to fully get going this year, but he has seven stolen bases and two homers in 11 July contests. On the season, he is batting .222 with 11 homers, 23 RBI, 23 runs scored and 10 steals over 174 plate appearances.
Jul 11 2024Robert went 1-for-7 with a two-run home run and a stolen base across both games of Wednesday's doubleheader against the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert got off to a sluggish start after being activated from the injured list June 4, but he's picked things up of late. His homer Wednesday was his fourth long ball in his last 13 games, and he's hit .280 with 10 RBI and nine runs scored in that span. Robert has also been aggressive on the basepaths, swiping seven bags without being caught since June 19.
Jul 8 2024Robert is out of the lineup for Monday's game against the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert had started in each of the White Sox's previous 12 games, and with no word that he sustained any sort of injury in Sunday's 7-4 loss to the Marlins, he's most likely just getting a needed maintenance day Monday. With Robert on the bench, the White Sox will roll out a starting outfield of Andrew Benintendi, Tommy Pham and Gavin Sheets from left to right.
Jul 6 2024Robert went 2-for-3 with two walks and two stolen bases in Friday's 3-2 win over the Marlins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Miami had trouble keeping Robert off the bases or preventing him from taking an extra bag when he got there, but his teammates couldn't bring him home. The 26-year-old has hit safely in eight straight games and 13 of his last 15, and over the latter stretch he's slashing .310/.394/.552 with three homers, five steals, eight RBI and 10 runs.
Jul 2 2024Robert went 2-for-4 with a home run, four RBI and a stolen base in a 7-6 loss to the Guardians on Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert hit a two-run home run in the sixth inning and added a two-run single and stolen base in the seventh. The outfielder has tallied seven hits and three home runs during a modest five-game hit streak and has hit safely in eight of his past ten contests. On the season, he is hitting a disappointing .215 but does have 10 home runs and four steals over 133 plate appearances.
Jun 29 2024Robert went 1-for-4 with a walk, a solo home run and two runs scored Saturday against the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert went deep in the sixth inning to record his ninth home run of the season and second in his last three games. He also has at least one hit in eight of last 10 starts, tallying seven runs scored and two stolen bases in that span.
Jun 28 2024Robert went 2-for-3 with a solo home run during Thursday's 1-0 win over Atlanta. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert's eighth blast of the season came in the first inning off Chris Sale and was the only run to cross the plate on the day. It was just the fourth multi-hit game of the season for Robert, who missed a couple months earlier this season with a hip flexor strain. While he has struggled to the tune of a .204 batting average and 38 strikeouts over 114 plate appearances for the moribund White Sox, his AB/HR ratio of 12.9 is a career-best mark and portends to good things to come for the 26-year-old slugger.
Jun 23 2024Robert is not in the starting lineup for Sunday's series finale against Detroit. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: White Sox manager Pedro Grifol said Sunday that it's a scheduled day off for Robert as the 26-year-old outfielder eases his way back from his IL stint due to a hip flexor strain, per Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times. Since returning from the injured list June 4, Robert is slashing .180/.275/.459 with five home runs and seven RBI over 61 at-bats. Tommy Pham will start in center field while Andrew Benintendi and Gavin Sheets man the corners against Tigers right-hander Reese Olson.
Jun 20 2024Robert went 2-for-3 with a walk and a stolen base Wednesday against the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert has popped five home runs in 14 games since returning from the injured list, but he's otherwise been a poor source of fantasy value. He has a 39.3 percent strikeout in that span and is hitting just .184. Positively, Robert did swipe his first base since returning and his second of the season.
Jun 12 2024Robert hit a solo home run in his lone at-bat in Wednesday's 2-1 extra-inning loss to the Mariners. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert was able to extend the contest with his game-tying blast in the ninth inning. The outfielder has four homers over eight games since he returned from a hip injury, but he's added just one other hit while posting a 3:13 BB:K in that span. He's up to six homers on the year with a .196/.250/.554 slash line through 60 plate appearances. Robert is still seeing steady rest given his lengthy injury history, though his power is a welcome addition to a fairly punchless lineup -- he already has the fourth most homers among White Sox batters this year.
Jun 10 2024Robert went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run and a walk Monday in a loss to the Mariners. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert broke a scoreless tie in the sixth inning with a two-run blast to left field. It was his third homer in six games since returning June 4 from a nearly two-month absence due to a hip injury. Robert has only one hit aside from the trio of long balls since his return, and he's batting just .167 (4-for-24) during that span.
Jun 8 2024Robert is not in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against Boston. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Oscar Colas will shift to center field Saturday, while Zach DeLoach will start in right field against Red Sox right-hander Brayan Bello. In four games since returning from the injured list, Robert has gone 3-for-16 with a pair of homers and eight strikeouts.
Jun 7 2024Robert went 1-for-4 with a solo home run Friday against the Red Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert did his damage in the opening inning to tally his fourth home run of the season and second in four games since returning from the injured list. Manager Pedro Grifol suggested that Robert would require regular rest days, though he has started every matchup since being activated and has gone a combined 3-for-16 with eight strikeouts.
Jun 4 2024Robert (hip) went 2-for-4 with a solo home run and an additional run scored in Tuesday's 7-6 loss to the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert's blast gave the White Sox a lead in the seventh inning, but they couldn't make it stick. This was his first game in nearly two months after the oft-injured outfielder was sidelined by a Grade 2 hip flexor strain in early April. Despite the absence, he's already at three homers through eight games this season. Robert has the potential to make a noticeable impact in fantasy, but his managers will need to be mindful to check for his presence in the lineup, as he's not expected to be a full-time option immediately after such a lengthy absence. Given his injury history, it's likely wise for the White Sox to make sure he gets regular rest, though some of those days could see his bat stay in the lineup as the designated hitter if he's hitting too well to fully sit.
Jun 1 2024Robert (hip) will serve as the designated hitter Sunday with Triple-A Charlotte and will be re-evaluated afterward to potentially be activated from the injured list, MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Even with the positive news, manager Pedro Grifol cautioned that Robert won't return as an everyday player and will need a scheduled day off between every 2-to-4 games. Robert has appeared in three games with Charlotte to date, going 1-for-12 with a home run and five strikeouts.
May 29 2024Robert (hip) went 1-for-3 with a solo home run and two runs scored in Tuesday's rehab appearance with Triple-A Charlotte. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Tuesday was Robert's first game with Charlotte after he spent the previous five days with the team's rookie-level Arizona Complex League club. He also started in center field and played seven innings, a good sign that he's nearing his return from the injured list.
May 24 2024Robert (hip) could rejoin the White Sox early in June following a full week of rehab games with Triple-A Charlotte, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert has played one rehab game with the Arizona Complex League White Sox, homering in that contest. He's slated to join Charlotte on Tuesday to continue ramping things up, and it sounds like he could be activated by the White Sox as soon as June 4 against the Cubs. Robert has been sidelined since early April with a Grade 2 right hip flexor strain.
May 23 2024Robert (hip) will begin playing in rehab games at Triple-A Charlotte on Tuesday, Vinnie Duber of AllCHGO.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manager Pedro Grifol didn't specify exactly how long Robert will be in the minors, saying it will be a matter of getting him enough at-bats to get his timing down. The 26-year-old outfielder is currently playing in complex-league games in Arizona and seems to be trending toward a return in mid-June.
May 21 2024Robert (hip) will begin playing in Arizona Complex League games on Wednesday, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert has been on the shelf since April 6 due to a Grade 2 right hip flexor strain, but he now appears to be ready to test his hip in a competitive environment. The plan is for him to remain at the White Sox's complex in Arizona through the weekend before officially beginning an assignment with one of Chicago's minor-league affiliates next week. The team has not revealed how long they expect the 26-year-old outfielder to remain on assignment, but it's likely he returns to the Sox sometime in June.
May 20 2024Robert (hip) is still awaiting his first action at the team's complex in Glendale, Ariz., Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. "We anticipate some game action later this week,'' general manager Chris Getz said. "He seems to have turned the corner and is trending well." ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: There was some hope that Robert would get into games in Arizona last week, but the White Sox decided not to push it. Robert missed more than three months with a similar injury in 2021, so it makes sense that the organization would take a cautious approach. While he remains without a definitive timetable to return to the majors, Robert seems to be progressing well, though at a deliberate pace.
May 13 2024White Sox manager Pedro Grifol said Monday that Robert (hip) could begin playing in games with the team's rookie-level Arizona Complex League affiliate later this week, James Fegan of SoxMachine.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The White Sox are aiming for Robert to be able to run at 90 percent effort in the coming days. If that happens, Robert is expected to be cleared for Complex League games. The 26-year-old presumably would eventually move up to a higher-level affiliate to continue his rehab. Robert has been out since early April with a Grade 2 right hip flexor strain but should return from the 10-day injured list before the end of the month if all goes well.
Apr 30 2024White Sox manager Pedro Grifol said Tuesday that Robert (hip) is taking batting practice and running at 80 percent, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 26-year-old is about halfway through the short end of his initial recovery timeline of 6-to-8 weeks, and he appears to be a bit ahead of schedule. Robert could be ready to rejoin the White Sox in mid-May, but the organization is likely to remain cautious as he ramps up his baseball activities over the next couple weeks.
Apr 26 2024White Sox GM Chris Getz said Friday that Robert (hip) could be back from the injured list in mid-May, Vinnie Duber of AllCHGO.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 26-year-old was given a six-week recovery timeline after he landed on the shelf April 6 with a Grade 2 right hip flexor strain, and it appears he may be slightly ahead of schedule. Veterans Tommy Pham and Rafael Ortega had their contracts selected by Chicago on Friday and should see most of the action in center field until Robert can return from the injured list.
Apr 12 2024White Sox general manager Chris Getz said Friday that Robert (hip) is trending toward a six-week absence, James Fegan of SoxMachine.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's good news, as that's the shorter end of the 6-to-8 week timetable that had been provided when Robert went down with a Grade 2 right hip flexor strain. The White Sox have not put Robert on the 60-day injured list and it sounds like it might not be necessary for them to do so. Dominic Fletcher has been seeing the bulk of the starts in center field for Chicago since Robert was hurt.
Apr 8 2024Robert (hip) is expected to be sidelined for 6-to-8 weeks, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert is on the injured list with a Grade 2 right hip flexor strain, an injury he suffered this past Friday while running the bases. He dealt with a Grade 3 right hip flexor strain back in 2021 and wound up being sidelined for nearly three and a half months. Dominic Fletcher has shifted over to center field for the White Sox to accommodate for the loss of Robert, while Kevin Pillar and Robbie Grossman should see upticks in playing time in right field. The club could also eventually decide to give Oscar Colas another look.
Apr 6 2024The White Sox placed Robert (hip) on the 10-day injured list Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Imaging confirmed that Robert sustained a Grade 2 right hip flexor strain while running the bases in the ninth inning of Friday's loss to the Royals, per James Fegan of SoxMachine.com -- a similar location to his tear in 2021. With Robert likely facing an extended stint on the IL, the White Sox recalled infielder Lenyn Sosa from Triple-A Charlotte.
Apr 5 2024Robert suffered a right hip flexor injury during Friday's loss against the Royals, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manager Pedro Grifol said after the game that more information on Robert's injury will come after he gets X-rays on Saturday, but he confirmed that the issue is in the outfielder's right hip. Robert has battled hip issues before in his career, missing roughly three months of the 2021 season due to a right hip flexor injury. Should Robert have to miss an extended period of time, Kevin Pillar would likely fill in as Chicago's center fielder.
Mar 31 2024Robert went 3-for-4 with a walk, two home runs and four RBI in Saturday's 7-6 extra-inning loss to the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 26-year-old outfielder teed off against Kenta Maeda, belting a two-run homer in the first and third innings to help stake the White Sox to an early lead that the bullpen couldn't protect. Robert cranked out a career-high 38 homers and stole 20 bases in 2023 while slashing .264/.315/.542, but that was also the first season in which he played more than 98 games for Chicago. His ability to stay healthy will likely be the biggest factor in determining whether he can repeat that performance.
Mar 1 2024Robert is fully healthy in spring training after his 2023 season was ended by a knee injury, Vinnie Duber of AllCHGO.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert was mostly healthy across a full season for the first time in four big-league campaigns and racked up 590 plate appearances. He narrowly missed a 40/20 season and should be in line for another dynamic stat line in 2024 so long as he can remain on the field. While the White Sox may deal many of their remaining veteran players as they continue to rebuild, Robert is expected to stay on the roster as he is under team control for four more seasons.
Sep 26 2023Robert was placed on the 10-day injured list Tuesday with a mild left MCL sprain, Vinnie Duber of AllCHGO.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert suffered the injury during Sunday's win over the Red Sox and an MRI on Monday revealed the sprain. While the injury is considered relatively minor, a 2-to-4 week timetable is more than enough to end Robert's season with so little time left. It was a marvelous 2023 campaign for Robert, who slashed .264/.315/.542 with 38 home runs and 20 stolen bases across 145 games.
Sep 24 2023Robert was removed from Sunday's game against the Red Sox with left knee soreness, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert suffered the injury on a slide into second base after he worked a walk during the first inning Sunday. The 26-year-old outfielder will be evaluated Monday after the team returns to Chicago and should be considered day-to-day in the meantime.
Sep 23 2023Robert went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Saturday's 1-0 win over Boston. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert provided the thunder in Saturday's rain-soaked pitcher's duel, tucking a low liner just fair of Pesky's Pole in Boston for a ninth-inning solo homer that proved to be the game-winner. The ball left his bat at 95.4 mph and wouldn't have been a home run in any of the other 29 big-league ballparks. Regardless, it's a home run in the box score, bringing Robert's season total to 38 while hitting .264 with 36 doubles, 80 RBI, 90 runs scored and 19 steals across 143 games (585 plate appearances).
Sep 20 2023Robert went 3-for-4 with a double, a solo home run and an additional run scored in Tuesday's loss against Washington. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's the first multi-hit game since Aug. 30 for Robert, who's now 4-for-9 with a pair of homers in his last two games after going 0-for-16 with 10 strikeouts in his previous four contests. The 26-year-old outfielder appears to be rounding back into form down the stretch. Robert's been a bright spot overall for Chicago this season, slashing .265/.316/.543 with 37 homers, 88 runs scored, 79 RBI and 17 steals across 584 plate appearances.
Sep 19 2023Robert went 1-for-5 with a three-run home run Monday against the Nationals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert popped his first home run of the month and 36th of the season when he took Joan Adon deep in the fifth inning. While he's enjoyed a very strong season, Robert is closing the campaign in poor form -- he's maintained just a .163 batting average while striking out at a 34.6 percent clip across his last 15 games.
Sep 17 2023Robert is not in the lineup Sunday versus the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert had started in 10 consecutive games since dealing with quadricep cramps. During that stretch, the outfielder went 6-for-40. Trayce Thompson will start in his place Sunday, batting sixth.
Sep 11 2023Robert went 1-for-4 with an RBI on Sunday against the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert was forced to miss three games within the last week due to a quadriceps injury, though he returned to the lineup Wednesday. He's collected four hits across 16 at-bats since, driving in two and scoring two runs. Most importantly, he's remained in the lineup every day and has shown no signs of a setback.
Sep 6 2023Robert (quadriceps) is starting in center field and batting third Wednesday against the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert sat out the past four games while managing a quadriceps cramp, but he'll return to action for Wednesday's series finale in Kansas City. The 26-year-old already has career highs with 35 homers, 71 RBI, 81 runs and 17 stolen bases through 129 games this season.
Sep 5 2023Robert (quadriceps) is out of the lineup for Tuesday's game at Kansas City. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manager Pedro Grifol previously suggested Chicago was targeting Wednesday for Robert to rejoin the starting nine, so it's no surprise the outfielder will sit Tuesday for the third straight contest due to a right quadriceps cramp. Oscar Colas will shift to center field while Gavin Sheets receives the start in right.
Sep 4 2023White Sox manager Pedro Grifol said Monday that the team is "shooting for maybe Wednesday" for Robert's (quad) return to the lineup, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert will miss a third straight start Monday with a right quad cramp and is not expected to play Tuesday's either. "We're shooting for maybe Wednesday," Grifol said. "Which would be perfect because Thursday's off and we can go back to his normal schedule Friday. The most important thing is he's way better." It wouldn't be a surprise if Robert is ultimately held out through Wednesday, giving him an extra two days when combined with Thursday's off day. It does appear he'll avoid the injured list, but it might be difficult for fantasy managers to start him this week.
Sep 3 2023Robert (quadriceps) was scratched from the White Sox's lineup ahead of Sunday's game against Detroit, Vinnie Duber of AllCHGO.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert was a late scratch from Saturday's lineup as well due to cramping in his right quad, and it appears the issue has returned ahead of Sunday's contest. Oscar Colas will enter the lineup to replace Robert in center field and bat eighth.
Sep 2 2023Robert was a late scratch from Saturday's game versus the Tigers due to a right quad cramp, Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert will probably be fine if it is indeed just a cramp, but he'll be re-evaluated Sunday to make sure. Gavin Sheets entered the lineup as Robert's replacement, with Oscar Colas sliding over to center field.
Aug 31 2023Robert went 2-for-5 with a solo home run Wednesday against the Orioles. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert completed an excellent month with his sixth homer of August. In the same span, he maintained a .280 batting average and also swiped five bags. Robert entered the campaign with 36 home runs across 222 career games, and he now has 35 across only 127 contests on the season.
Aug 27 2023Robert is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Athletics. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Oscar Colas will shift over from right field to cover center while Robert sits for the first time since Aug. 13. With a .265 average, 34 home runs and 16 stolen bases in 124 games this season, Robert has been one of the few bright spots for the White Sox in the midst of a 51-79 season.
Aug 20 2023Robert went 2-for-4 with a solo home run Saturday in a loss to the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert continued his impressive campaign with a monstrous 447-foot solo shot in the eighth inning. The outfielder has flashed a tantalizing skill set throughout his career, but until this season he'd struggled to stay healthy, topping out at 98 games last year. Robert has been able to mostly shed that issue in 2023, and he's thus emerged as an elite fantasy producer, posting a .273/.326/.568 slash line with 33 homers, 67 RBI, 76 runs and 16 steals over 481 plate appearances. Shohei Ohtani is the only other big-leaguer with at least 30 long balls and 10 thefts so far this season.
Aug 16 2023Robert went 2-for-5 with a solo home run Tuesday against the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert missed the White Sox's entire weekend series against Milwaukee due to a sprained pinky finger, though he returned with a solid performance. He provided the game-winning run with a solo homer in the seventh inning, his fourth long ball in his last 13 starts. Robert has also swiped five bags in that span while maintaining a .318 average -- elite fantasy production across nearly every category.
Aug 15 2023Robert (finger) is starting in center field and batting third against the Cubs on Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert was out of the lineup for the entirety of the three-game series versus Milwaukee over the weekend due to a sprained right pinky finger, but he'll rejoin the starting nine for Tuesday's series opener. The 26-year-old has hit well in 24 games since the All-Star break with five home runs, eight steals, 14 RBI and an .848 OPS in 89 at-bats.
Aug 13 2023Robert (finger) isn't in the White Sox's lineup Sunday against the Brewers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert will miss his third straight start Sunday after spraining his right pinky finger during Wednesday's game against the Yankees. Oscar Colas will start again in center field while Robert sits, and Gavin Sheets will get the nod in right.
Aug 12 2023Robert (finger) remains on the bench for Saturday's game against Milwaukee. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert hasn't played since leaving Wednesday's game against the Yankees with a sprained right pinky finger. With the White Sox sitting 12.5 games out of a playoff spot, the team has no reason to risk anything happening to its best player, especially given Robert's spotty health track record. Expect any minor issue to be treated with caution down the stretch. Oscar Colas slides to center field Saturday, with Gavin Sheets starting in right.
Aug 11 2023Robert (finger) is not in the lineup Friday against the Brewers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert isn't quite ready to return following Thursday's off day after departing Wednesday's series finale versus the Yankees due to a sprained right pinky finger. Trayce Thompson will patrol center field and bat seventh Friday.
Aug 9 2023Robert was removed from Wednesday's game against the Yankees with a sprained right pinky, Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fortunately, X-rays came back negative on Robert's finger, and the 26-year-old slugger is officially listed as day-to-day. The White Sox have a day off Thursday, so Robert will receive an extra day to recover and could potentially return to Chicago's lineup Friday without missing any time.
Aug 8 2023Robert went 1-for-4 with a solo homer in Tuesday's loss against the Yankees. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert launched his 31st long ball of the season Tuesday, tagging Clarke Schmidt for a leadoff homer in the fourth. The home run was Robert's second in his last four games and marked his fourth straight game with an extra-base hit. In his last six outings, Robert is 7-for-22 (.318) with five RBI, three runs scored and two steals.
Aug 5 2023Robert went 2-for-3 with a solo home run, a walk and two stolen bases in Saturday's 7-4 win over the Guardians. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert flexed both his power and speed in the victory, kicking off the scoring with a solo homer in the third inning and swiping a pair of bags in the fifth. The talented outfielder has already reached career-best marks with 30 homers and 14 thefts through 108 games on the campaign. Robert and Shohei Ohtani are the only players in the majors so far this season to notch at least 30 long balls and 10 steals.
Aug 3 2023Robert is not in the lineup for Thursday's series finale against the Rangers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Trayce Thompson (oblique) has been activated from the 60-day injured list and will get the start in center field as Robert takes a routine day of rest. Eloy Jimenez is also on the bench for the White Sox on Thursday afternoon in Texas.
Jul 28 2023Robert went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Friday's 3-0 win over the Guardians. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Coming into 2023, Robert hadn't hit more than 13 homers in any big-league season. Now he sits just one long ball shy of 30, ranking fourth in Major League Baseball. He's already played in a career-high 102 games this season, slashing .267/.322/.557 in 431 plate appearances to date. He's added 11 stolen bases, tying a career high.
Jul 22 2023Robert went 2-for-5 with a double, a stolen base and a run scored in Saturday's 3-2 loss to the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert has shown more willingness to run lately, logging three steals in his last five games. His theft Saturday was his 11th of the year, matching his career-best total from 2022. The outfielder has hit well in July, batting .288 (19-for-66) with four home runs and five steals this month. Overall, he's up to a .273/.327/.566 slash line with 28 homers, 57 RBI, 66 runs scored and 25 doubles through 97 contests, one shy of matching his career high in games played.
Jul 21 2023Robert went 1-for-4 with a run scored and a steal in Thursday's 6-2 win over the Mets. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert is now 10-for-12 in stolen base attempts this year, putting him one bag shy of his career best set last season. The 25-year-old outfielder also extended his hitting streak to five games -- he's gone 8-for-22 (.364) with two home runs and six RBI in that span. Robert is slashing .275/.329/.571 through 395 plate appearances while setting new career highs this season with 28 homers, 65 runs scored and 57 RBI.
Jul 16 2023Robert went 4-for-5 with a home run and three RBI in Sunday's win over Atlanta. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert extended Chicago's lead to 4-0 in the second inning with an RBI single before breaking the game open with a two-run homer off Michael Soroka in the sixth, his 27th long ball of the year. The 25-year-old Robert has at least one hit in 28 of his last 35 games -- he's batting .316 with 14 home runs in that span. It's been a breakthrough season for Robert. He's now slashing .276/.332/.575 with 63 runs scored and 56 RBI, both career highs, while going 8-for-10 on stolen base attempts.
Jul 14 2023Robert (calf) is starting in center field and batting third Friday in Atlanta. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert sat out Tuesday's All-Star Game as a precaution after his right calf tightened up on him during Monday's Home Run Derby, but he's feeling well enough to give it a go in the first game of the second half. He and his teammates will be going up against Charlie Morton.
Jul 11 2023Robert experienced tightness in his right calf during the first round of the Home Run Derby on Monday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: As a precaution, Robert will sit out of the All-Star Game on Tuesday. Details regarding the severity of Robert's injury are still unknown, but he's set to be evaluated before the White Sox's first game back from break Friday. For now, he's officially listed as day-to-day.
Jul 4 2023Robert went 1-for-4 with a three-run home run in Tuesday's 4-3 loss to the Blue Jays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert's sixth-inning blast put the White Sox ahead until Vladimir Guerrero's two-run homer in the eighth. Over his last 10 games, Robert has homered seven times and added 10 RBI while batting .366 (15-for-41). The star outfielder is up to 25 long balls, 49 RBI, 60 runs scored, eight stolen bases and a .276/.336/.580 slash line through 84 contests this season.
Jul 2 2023Robert went 3-for-5 with a double, two runs and a stolen base Saturday in a loss to the Athletics. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert was the only batter to notch three hits in the contest, and he crossed the plate three times. The outfielder swiped second base after singling with the game tied in the ninth inning, but he was subsequently picked off third for a huge out. Despite that mishap, it was an otherwise positive start to July for Robert following a dominant June during which he posted a 1.040 OPS with 11 homers, 16 RBI and four thefts over 26 games.
Jul 1 2023Robert went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Friday's loss to Oakland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert is now tied for third in the league with his 24 long balls. The ascending outfielder has already posted career-highs in homers and WAR (3.9), and the season is only halfway over. He appears to be having a breakout season, and is easily a lineup lock at this point.
Jun 29 2023Robert went 1-for-3 with a walk, two runs scored and two stolen bases Thursday against the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert has showcased his power for much of June, as he's smacked 10 homers across 21 games. However, on Thursday he also showed off his speed by swiping two bags to bring his season total to six. Robert was sidelined by hamstring and hip issues early in the campaign, so he may become more active on the basepaths as the season progresses -- assuming he can avoid any additional injuries.
Jun 28 2023Robert went 2-for-6 with a two-run home run and an additional run scored in Wednesday's 11-5 win over the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The long ball was his fifth in his last five games, and 10 of Robert's 23 homers on the season have come in his last 20 contests. The outfielder also has multiple hits in three of his last four games as he continues an impressive surge near the midpoint of the campaign. Robert is slashing .270/.324/.567 with 45 RBI, 54 runs scored and four stolen bases through 79 contests overall.
Jun 26 2023Robert went 2-for-4 with a solo home run in a loss to the Angels on Monday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert accounted for the only White Sox run in the contest, belting a 401-foot solo shot in the first inning. It was his fourth homer in his past three games, pushing him up to 22 total on the campaign. That's already Robert's career-best mark by a sizeable margin and ranks second only to Shohei Ohtani among AL batters.
Jun 25 2023Robert went 3-for-4 with two home runs and three RBI in Sunday's 4-1 win over the Red Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert took Kutter Crawford deep in the fourth and sixth innings to push the White Sox to the win. Over his last 13 games, Robert has four multi-hit efforts and seven of his 21 homers for the season. The star outfielder is slashing .269/.326/.559 with 42 RBI, 51 runs scored, 20 doubles and four stolen bases through 76 contests as a potent power bat in the heart of Chicago's order.
Jun 24 2023Robert went 1-for-4 with a solo homer in Saturday's 5-4 win over the Red Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert clubbed his 19th long ball of the season -- the sixth most in MLB -- to mark his fifth homer in 12 games. In that stretch, Robert has hit .273 with eight runs scored and seven RBI. Though he's had success from a power perspective this season, he's been striking out at a 29.7 percent clip through 306 plate appearances after being punched out 19.2 percent of the time in 2022.
Jun 20 2023Robert is absent from the lineup Tuesday versus the Rangers, Vinnie Duber of AllCHGO.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It would appear to be a routine day off for Robert, who homered in Monday's loss to Texas. Clint Frazier is getting a start in center field while Robert rests.
Jun 16 2023Robert went 1-for-4 with a solo home run and a walk against the Dodgers in an extra-innings loss Thursday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert and Eloy Jimenez got Chicago off to a fast start by hitting back-to-back homers in the first inning, though Robert would go on to strike out in three of his final four plate appearances. The performance is a pretty accurate encapsulation of the outfielder's play of late -- he's gone deep three times in his past four games but has also struck out in one-third of his plate appearances over that stretch. Robert has already established a career-high mark with 17 homers on the campaign, though both his .264 batting average and 29.5 percent strikeout rate are each his worst since his rookie season.
Jun 14 2023Robert went 2-for-6 with a solo home run, an additional run scored and a double in Wednesday's 8-4 win over the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert has five multi-hit efforts and three homers over his last nine contests. He's up to 16 long balls on the year after taking Clayton Kershaw deep in the third inning Wednesday. Robert has added a .264/.319/.532 slash line with 35 RBI, 43 runs scored, four stolen bases and 19 doubles through 66 contests. While his ratios are lower than usual, he's enjoyed a run of good health so far while holding down an everyday role.
Jun 13 2023Robert went 0-for-3 with a walk and a stolen base in Tuesday's 5-1 loss to the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert went hitless for the fifth time in 10 games in June, but he was able to pick up his second steal of the month. The outfielder is up to four steals on five tries this season. He's had some struggles at the plate, batting .261 -- his lowest mark since 2020 -- with an .835 OPS, 15 home runs, 34 RBI and 42 runs scored. The counting stats are there, so Robert remains a strong play in fantasy, even with a rough 29.4 percent strikeout rate.
Jun 12 2023Robert went 2-for-4 with a two-run homer and a double in Sunday's 6-5 loss against the Marlins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert clubbed a two-run homer off Huascar Brazoban in the seventh inning that plated Clint Frazier and advanced the White Sox advantage to 5-1. Though Chicago would ultimately fall, Robert's outing marked his fourth multi-hit effort in his last seven games and pushed him into 11th in MLB with 15 long balls. After being held to less than 100 games in each of his first three seasons due in part to injuries, Robert has yet to see an extended absence in 2023 and has slashed .264/.318/.525 through 64 games.
Jun 8 2023Robert went 3-for-5 with a double, a solo home run, two total runs and a stolen base Thursday in Game 1 of a doubleheader against the Yankees. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert hit one of three homers against Yankees starter Luis Severino, drilling a 424-foot solo shot in the third inning. He notched his third straight multi-hit performance in Game 1 of the twin bill, though that streak was snapped when he went 0-for-2 with a walk in the nightcap. Robert's homer was his 14th of the campaign, establish a new career-high mark.
May 27 2023Robert will hit the bench Saturday against the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert dealt with hip tightness earlier in the week, exiting Tuesday's game against the Guardians with the issue and sitting out Wednesday's contest. He returned for the first two games of the four-game set in Detroit, going 0-for-7 with a walk. His absence Saturday may be related to the same issue, though whether he's suffered a setback or just needs another day to rest has not been announced. Clint Frazier will get the start in center field.
May 24 2023Robert (hip) said he fully expects to return to the lineup Thursday in Detroit, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert sat out of Chicago's shutout win over the Guardians on Wednesday after tweaking his right hip Tuesday, but he has described the injury as a cramp and experienced no issues during a pregame workout. The 25-year-old outfielder has been red hot in May and has pushed his season-long OPS up from .662 to .886 in the process.
May 23 2023Robert left Tuesday's game against the Guardians with right hip tightness. He went 2-for-4 before exiting. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert stumbled while fielding a ball in the eighth inning, and he was unable to continue against the Guardians. Romy Gonzalez has taken over in center field. Robert should be considered day-to-day, but the White Sox will likely have the 25-year-old undergo testing to determine the severity of the injury.
May 21 2023Robert went 1-for-3 with a solo home run and a walk Sunday against the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert took Max Castillo yard in the fourth inning to tally his 13th home run of the season. That matches his highest mark in a campaign, and it comes after just 190 plate appearances. Robert has been on a tear since the calendar has flipped to May, as he's smacked eight home runs, driven in 16 and scored 20 runs all while hitting .358.
May 19 2023Robert went 0-for-4 with a stolen base in Friday's 2-0 win over the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert got aboard with a fielder's choice in the sixth inning and stole second, but he wasn't brought home. This was his second steal of the season, with the other one coming back on April 23. The outfielder has hit safely in 14 of 17 contests in May, and he's up to a .266/.322/.550 slash line with 12 home runs, two steals, 28 RBI, 31 runs scored and 12 doubles through 45 games this season.
May 17 2023Robert went 1-for-4 with a solo home run and two runs scored in Tuesday's 8-3 win over the Guardians. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert took Enyel De Los Santos deep in the eighth inning and has now homered in four straight games. In addition to the long ball, Robert has had an impressive month of May by maintaining a .408 average with 15 RBI and 17 runs scored across 14 games. He has 12 home runs across 171 plate appearances on the season, already nearly matching his career high in a single season.
May 15 2023Robert went 2-for-4 with a solo home run, a double and two runs scored in Sunday's 4-3 loss to the Astros. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert had himself a series against the Astros over the weekend. He finished 6-for-11 and capped things off with a solo home run in the fourth and a double in the sixth. He's went long in three straight now and is slashing .422/.509/.933 with six homers, 14 RBI, 15 runs and a 5:11 BB:K over 13 games in May.
May 14 2023Robert went 2-for-4 with a solo home run, an additional run and an additional RBI in a 3-1 win against Houston on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert played a part in each of Chicago's three runs in the win, swatting a solo homer in the fourth inning, singling in a run in the eighth and subsequently scoring on a Seby Zavala single. The long ball was the second in as many days for Robert, who has gone deep five times over his past 11 contests. The outfielder has heated up in May, slashing .415/.510/.878 with five homers, 13 RBI and 13 runs.
May 13 2023Robert went 2-for-3 with a solo home run Friday against the Astros. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert took J.P. France deep in the second inning to record his ninth home run of the season. Since the start of May, he has at least one hit in 10 of 11 games while also slugging four homers, driving in 11 and scoring 11 runs. After a slow start to the season, Robert has quietly raised his OPS to .844 across 159 plate appearances.
May 9 2023Robert went 1-for-4 with a homer in Tuesday's victory over the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert produced the White Sox first hit and run with a solo shot in the fourth inning. The outfielder is scoring in hot in May with a .462 batting average. Robert lacked some pop last season, with a .426 slugging percentage, but has bounced back in 2023 with eight homers in 36 games.
May 7 2023Robert went 2-for-2 with a double, two RBI, four runs scored and two walks in Sunday's win against Cincinnati. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert was one of six White Sox to cross home multiple times during Sunday's 17-run outburst. In the second inning alone, he knocked an RBI single and scored two runs. He then doubled in another run and scored again in the third. Robert is quickly picking up steam after an extended slump; he's gone 10-for-19 (.526) with a 5:4 BB:K and five extra-base hits over his last six games.
May 6 2023Robert went 3-for-4 with a two-run home run in Friday's 5-4 win over the Reds. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: His sixth-inning shot off Hunter Greene proved to be the game-winning hit. Robert has gone yard twice in the last four games as he begins to put his April slump behind him, but on the season the 25-year-old outfielder is slashing just .236/.288/.463 with seven homers, one steal, 16 runs and 18 RBI in 32 contests.
May 3 2023Robert went 1-for-4 with a three-run home run in Wednesday's 6-4 victory over Minnesota. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert got the White Sox off to a strong start with his three-run blast off Louis Varland in the first inning. Though it would turn out to be Robert's only hit in the contest, it was positive step for the outfielder after he slashed just .113/.203/.161 with no homers and a 5:22 BB:K over his previous 18 games. Robert racked up six multi-hit efforts over his first 11 games of the campaign but has yet to record any such performances since.
May 2 2023Robert (hamstring) is in the lineup Tuesday versus the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manager Pedro Grifol removed Robert from Saturday's game versus the Rays due to what he called a lack of hustle, although Robert revealed after the contest that he's been battling some hamstring soreness. After not starting Sunday, Robert is back in there following Monday's off day.
May 1 2023Robert (hamstring) made a pinch-hitting appearance in Sunday's 12-9 win over the Rays and was hit by a pitch in his lone trip to the plate in the seventh inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert exited early in Saturday's 12-3 loss after he jogged lightly to first base when hit a groundball back to the pitcher in the bottom of the first inning, with manager Pedro Grifol suggesting afterward that the outfielder was pulled due to a lack of hustle. However, Robert disclosed to the media following that game that he didn't run out the grounder since he was still experiencing some right hamstring discomfort stemming from Friday's contest and was trying to be conservative with when he chose to exert max effort. There seems to be some merit to Robert's claim, as he was available off the bench Sunday but was lifted for a pinch runner immediately after he took his base when he was hit by the pitch. Robert will benefit from the White Sox having off Monday, and he could be ready to reclaim his regular role in center field in Tuesday's series opener with the Twins.
Apr 30 2023Robert (hamstring) is not in the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Rays, Vinnie Duber of AllCHGO.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's not completely clear at this time whether Robert is out of the lineup due to the tightness in his right hamstring or if this is a continued punishment for not running hard to first base, which resulted in him being removed early in the loss to the Rays on Saturday. Adam Haseley is starting in center field and leading off for the White Sox with Robert out of the lineup Sunday.
Apr 29 2023Robert told reporters after Saturday's loss to the Rays that he's been dealing with a tight right hamstring, James Fegan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert was bench after White Sox manager Pedro Grifol believed that Robert had a mental lapse and didn't run out a ground ball in Saturday's loss to the Rays. Robert also told reporters that he didn't tell the coaching staff about the right hamstring, even after he was benched. Robert could be back in the lineup for Sunday's finale, but there could be further discipline or a possibility of Robert resting his hamstring as well. It's a less-than-ideal situation.
Apr 3 2023Robert hit a solo homer in Monday's loss to the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert swatted a pitch over the right-centerfield wall in the eighth inning to bring the White Sox to within 7-3. The outfielder is off to a nice start in 2023 with his second homer of the year over the first five contests.
Feb 20 2023Robert (wrist) said last week in an interview with James Fegan of The Athletic that he's fully healthy for spring training and is already in game-ready form while he prepares to play for Cuba in the upcoming World Baseball Classic. "I didn't alter my workload in the offseason because of what happened last year," Robert said. "What I did during this offseason, I did it for me. I did it because I wanted to feel better coming into spring training, instead of what it used to be, that I came to a spring game feeling a little cold, not completely ready." ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Though he established new career-high totals in 2022 with 98 games played and 401 plate appearances, Robert endured a second straight season that was marred by health concerns. He was sidelined due to a bout with COVID-19, blurred vision, a groin injury and a jammed left wrist, with the latter issue keeping him out for the final two weeks of the season. Due to the time he missed, the 25-year-old said he took part in more on-field, baseball-specific activities during the offseason as opposed to previous winters where he mainly lifted weights and hit in the batting cage. Staying healthy will be paramount in enabling Robert to reach his vast potential, but at various points during his young career, he's already provided glimpses of a five-tool skill set. His medical history will surely scare off some fantasy managers on draft day, but the upside could be immense if Robert can come through with a season of 600-plus plate appearances.
Sep 24 2022Robert (wrist) won't play again in 2022, James Fegan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert was placed not he 10-day IL with a left wrist sprain Saturday, and the White Sox will keep him sidelined for the final week and a half of the regular season. The 25-year-old appeared in just 98 games this year while battling injuries, and he slashed .284/.319/.426 with 12 home runs, 56 RBI, 54 runs and 11 stolen bases. Mark Payton was recalled from Triple-A Charlotte to provide additional outfield depth for the White Sox down the stretch.
Sep 23 2022Robert isn't starting Friday's game against the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert has gone just 1-for-17 with six strikeouts over his last five games, and he'll remain on the bench for a third consecutive matchup. Adam Engel will start in center field and bat ninth.
Sep 22 2022Robert isn't starting Thursday against Cleveland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Thursday will mark the second straight missed start for Robert as he's collected just one hit over his last 23 plate appearances. Chicago's outfield will instead consist of Andrew Vaughn, AJ Pollock and Gavin Sheets from left to right.
Sep 21 2022Robert isn't starting Wednesday against the Guardians, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert has gone just 1-for-17 with six strikeouts over five games since returning from a hand injury, and he'll be on the bench for the fourth time in the last six matchups. AJ Pollock is starting in center field and batting seventh.
Sep 18 2022Robert is not in Sunday's lineup against the Tigers, James Fegan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert appeared off the bench Friday and started Saturday, going 0-for-4. The White Sox may look to manage Robert's workload, as he was recently dealing with hand discomfort and has been banged up for much of the season. AJ Pollock will start in center field.
Sep 17 2022Robert (hand) will start Saturday's game against the Tigers, James Fegan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert was out of the lineup for the last two games but entered Friday's extra-inning loss to the Tigers as a pinch runner. He'll start in center field and bat eighth Saturday.
Sep 16 2022Robert (hand) is not in Friday's lineup against the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert has been limited to 14 at-bats this month, and he will miss a second game in a row with a bruised left hand that's causing him discomfort at the plate. AJ Pollock is starting in center field and batting seventh.
Sep 15 2022Robert is not in the lineup for Thursday's game against the Guardians, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert, according to the report, indicated that he's "good to play" Thursday, but he also admitted he is still feeling some soreness in his left hand and is not 100 percent. He will have a chance to play a full nine innings Friday, but it's not certain if he will do so.
Sep 13 2022Robert (hand) went 0-for-4 with two strikeouts in Tuesday's 4-2 win over the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert has been bothered by wrist and hand injuries for the better part of a month, and his hitless stretch extended to 15 at-bats. The star outfielder's bruised hand cost him a week of playing time. The 25-year-old is slashing .292/.327/.439 with 12 home runs, 56 RBI, 54 runs scored and 11 stolen bases through 388 plate appearances. Assuming he's past his injury woes, he should regain an everyday role, though his slump has seen him drop to seventh in the order.
Sep 11 2022Robert (hand) is not in the lineup for Sunday's game against the A's. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert's injury will limit him to a reserve role for a fifth straight day. Adam Engel will start in center field Sunday in Robert's place.
Sep 10 2022Robert (hand) isn't starting Saturday against Oakland, Sonja Chen of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert has been dealing with a bruised left hand for several days and will be out of the lineup for a fourth consecutive game. AJ Pollock is starting in center field and batting sixth once again.
Sep 9 2022Robert (hand) isn't starting Friday against the Athletics. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert is on the bench for a third consecutive game as he continues to deal with a bruised left hand. It's not yet clear when he'll be able to return, but AJ Pollock will start in center field and bat sixth Friday.
Sep 8 2022Robert (hand) isn't starting Thursday against the Athletics. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert is dealing with a bruised left hand and will be out of the lineup for a second consecutive game. Whether he's available off the bench Thursday remains to be seen, but Adam Engel will start in center field and bat ninth.
Sep 7 2022Robert (hand) is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Mariners. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After he was recently out of the lineup for a nine-game stretch due to left wrist soreness, Robert started just two games before succumbing to yet another issue related to the hand, which was struck by a pitch in Tuesday's 3-0 loss. Though Robert avoided structural damage to the hand and was diagnosed with a bruise, it's still a troubling development given his lingering wrist injury. According to James Fegan of The Athletic, Robert recently acknowledged that he's been playing through discomfort in the wrist for nearly a month, and he didn't seem to be swinging the bat with full authority in his first two games back in the lineup. With that in mind, it wouldn't be surprising if Robert missed multiple contests due to the bruised hand, even though the White Sox are treating him as day-to-day for the time being.
Sep 6 2022Robert had X-rays come back negative and was diagnosed with a bruised left hand after leaving Tuesday's game against the Mariners. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 24-year-old was struck on the hand by a pitch on a swing Tuesday, but it appears he's avoided a serious injury. Robert is fresh off a nine-game absence due to left wrist soreness, and he's now dealing with another injury in the same area. He should be considered day-to-day heading into Wednesday's series finale in Seattle.
Sep 5 2022Robert (wrist) will start in center field and bat seventh Monday against the Mariners, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Though he didn't land on the injured list on account of his sore left wrist, Robert didn't start in any of the White Sox's last nine games and made only two appearances off the bench during that stretch. He might have been a candidate to return to the lineup this past weekend, but his placement on the paternity list Friday ended up nixing those plans. Robert rejoined the team Sunday and turned in a full workout without issue, paving the way for him to crack the lineup for the first time since Aug. 25. After slotting no lower than fifth in the order at any point in the season, Robert will settle into a bottom-third spot Monday, but it shouldn't be long before he pushes his way up the lineup.
Sep 4 2022Robert (wrist) was reinstated from the paternity list but isn't in the lineup for Sunday's game against the Twins, Vinnie Duber of AllCHGO.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 25-year-old will rejoin the active roster ahead of Sunday's series finale versus Minnesota, but his absence will be extended one more game due to the wrist issue. However, acting manager Miguel Cairo said Robert is expected to rejoin the lineup Monday in Seattle.
Sep 3 2022Robert (personal/wrist) will rejoin his teammates Saturday night and could play Sunday if his wrist allows, James Fegan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert has missed the White Sox's last eight games, first due to a sore left wrist and then due to the birth of his child. While he'll be back with the team Sunday and could be activated off the paternity list, the White Sox won't know whether or not his wrist is ready to go until he's examined by team trainers.
Sep 2 2022Robert (wrist) was placed on the paternity list Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 25-year-old left the team for the birth of his child Thursday and has now officially been moved to the paternity list. Robert can be on the list for 1-3 days, so he may not rejoin the White Sox for this weekend's series versus the Twins. He's been held out of the lineup since Aug. 25 due to a wrist injury, so the additional time off could be beneficial.
Sep 1 2022Robert (wrist), who is out of the lineup for Thursday's game against the Royals, left the White Sox and flew home to witness the birth of his child, James Fegan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert hadn't started in any of the White Sox's previous five games due to a sore left wrist, so he may have only been available Thursday as a pinch runner or defensive replacement if he didn't leave the team. Acting manager Miguel Cairo said he doesn't expect Robert to require a stint on the paternity list, noting that the expanded roster for September and the subsequent promotion of another outfielder (Adam Haseley) from Triple-A Charlotte likely won't make it necessary for the White Sox to deactivate Robert. Cairo said he expects Robert to rejoin the team at some point during this weekend's series with the Twins, though it's unclear if the 25-year-old will be able to step back into the lineup while he manages the wrist issue.
Aug 31 2022Robert (wrist) isn't in the lineup Wednesday against the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert is out of the lineup for a fifth consecutive game due to a sore left wrist, but he remains day-to-day for now. AJ Pollock will start in center field and bat fifth.
Aug 30 2022Robert (wrist) isn't in Tuesday's lineup against the Royals, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: This is Robert's fourth straight game out of the lineup as he battles left wrist soreness. He should be considered day-to-day until further notice from the team, although a trip to the injured list seems possible. AJ Pollock is playing center field Tuesday.
Aug 26 2022Robert (wrist) isn't expected to play during this weekend's series against the Diamondbacks, Scot Gregor of the Chicago Daily Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert recently missed seven games with a sprained left wrist, and while he's grabbed six hits including three doubles in five games since his return to action, he evidently needs a bit more time to recover. The White Sox have an off day Monday, so his earliest potential return date appears to be Tuesday against the Royals. Adam Engel will handle center field Friday.
Aug 20 2022Robert (wrist) is starting in center field and batting second Saturday against the Guardians, James Fegan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He has been out of the lineup since Aug. 12 and was given an injection a couple days ago. Nonetheless, Robert was able to make it back without needing a stint on the injured list. He is hitting .310 with two doubles in nine games this month.
Aug 19 2022Robert (wrist) is not in the starting lineup Friday versus the Guardians. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert will remain out of the lineup Friday as he misses a seventh consecutive game after suffering a sprained left wrist Aug. 12 against Detroit. AJ Pollock will start in center field and bat leadoff in the series opener.
Aug 18 2022White Sox manager Tony La Russa said Robert (wrist) is scheduled to put in a full workout Thursday, but the skipper is uncertain if the outfielder will be ready to start in Friday's game against the Guardians, Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert is out of the lineup for a sixth consecutive game in Thursday's series finale with the Astros, but he should be available in a pinch-running capacity like he was in Wednesday's 3-2 loss. La Russa said that Robert is dealing with more of a bruise than a sprain to his left wrist, so at this stage, the 25-year-old's main focus is ensuring he can swing the bat effectively while managing discomfort. How Robert responds to his batting session in the cage Thursday will likely be the key factor in the White Sox determining his availability heading into the weekend.
Aug 17 2022Manager Tony La Russa said Robert (wrist) experienced soreness after swinging a bat and received an injection Wednesday to address the inflammation, Vinnie Duber of AllCHGO.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 25-year-old is out of the lineup Wednesday against the Astros for a fifth straight game due to a left wrist sprain, but La Russa still believes the center fielder won't require a trip to the injured list. According to Scott Merkin of MLB.com, Robert isn't expected to rejoin the lineup for Thursday's series finale versus Houston, though he may be able to retake the field during the three-game set in Cleveland this weekend.
Aug 16 2022Robert (wrist) isn't in the lineup Tuesday versus Houston, James Fegan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 24-year-old hasn't played since Friday due to a left wrist sprain. Robert should still be considered day-to-day until further notice from the White Sox, and AJ Pollock is playing center field Tuesday.
Aug 15 2022Robert (wrist) isn't starting Monday against the Astros, Bruce Levine of 670TheScore.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manager Tony La Russa said Sunday that he doesn't expect Robert to require a trip to the injured list, but the outfielder will remain out of the lineup for Monday's series opener against Houston. AJ Pollock is starting in center field and leading off.
Aug 14 2022Manager Tony La Russa said Sunday that he doesn't expect Robert (wrist) to require a trip to the injured list, Vinnie Duber of AllCHGO.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert suffered a sprained left wrist Friday against Detroit and has been out of the lineup for the last two games. La Russa isn't yet sure whether Robert will be available for Monday's series opener against the Astros, but the outfielder isn't expected to require a lengthy absence.
Aug 13 2022Robert (wrist) will sit Saturday against the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert left Friday's series opener after spraining his left wrist. While his X-rays were negative, he'll have to sit for at least one game. AJ Pollock will handle center field in his absence.
Aug 12 2022Robert left Friday's game against the Tigers with a sprained left wrist, Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: X-rays were negative, so Robert appears to have avoided the worst-case scenario, but it's still possible he misses time. That would be a big blow to the White Sox, who remain in the thick of a playoff race, as Robert increased his slash line to .301/.336/.454 with a pair of hits prior to the injury.
Aug 9 2022Robert is not in the lineup for Game 2 of Tuesday's doubleheader at Kansas City, Vinnie Duber of AllCHGO.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert went 1-for-4 during Game 1 and will head to the bench for Game 2 of the twin bill. Adam Engel will man center field and bat eighth in the nightcap.
Aug 6 2022Robert will sit as expected Saturday against the Rangers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The White Sox are being cautious with Robert as he returns from a bout of lightheadedness that wound up costing him nearly three weeks. He was activated off the injured list Tuesday but didn't start a game until Thursday, when he served as the designated hitter. He started in center field Friday but will have a scheduled off day Saturday, with AJ Pollock handling the position in his absence.
Aug 5 2022Robert will get a planned day off Saturday against the Rangers, James Fegan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: For those in leagues with Friday-Sunday lineup periods, it's worth noting that Robert will play only two games at most this weekend, but he's still a solid play. He is hitting second and starting in center field Friday with Glenn Otto on the mound for Texas. Doctors and trainers outlined a plan for Robert to be brought back carefully after his lack of a workload the last few weeks, and part of that plan involves a planned day off this weekend. AJ Pollock will start in center field Saturday.
Aug 3 2022Robert isn't starting Wednesday against the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert was reinstated from the 10-day injured list Tuesday but didn't appear in Tuesday's game against the Royals. He'll remain out of the lineup for Wednesday's series finale, but manager Tony La Russa suggested that Robert's ongoing absence is precautionary, per Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times. La Russa indicated that Robert will join the lineup Thursday against the Rangers as a designated hitter, then will play center field Friday before getting Saturday off.
Aug 2 2022Robert (head) was activated from the injured list Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manager Tony La Russa did not expect Robert back until later in the week at the earliest, but he is apparently feeling good enough to suit up Tuesday night. He will not start in his first game back, but he could be ready to do so Wednesday.
Aug 1 2022Robert (head) is unlikely to return during Chicago's three-game series against Kansas City this week, James Fegan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manager Tony La Russa relayed that Robert is feeling better and has an outside shot to return to action Wednesday. However, La Russa considers that possibility unlikely, so don't expect to see Robert back on the field until Thursday at the earliest.
Jul 29 2022Robert (head) could return to the lineup as soon as Monday against the Royals, James Fegan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fantasy managers should prepare to be without Robert this weekend against Oakland. The outfielder went 1-for-5 with two strikeouts in his lone rehab appearance so far Thursday with Triple-A Charlotte.
Jul 28 2022Robert (head) reported to Triple-A Charlotte on Thursday to start a rehab assignment, Vinnie Duber of AllCHGO.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manager Tony La Russa recently indicated Robert wouldn't be ready to return from the 10-day injured list Friday when first eligible, but it appears the outfielder's return isn't far off. Robert will likely need a couple games in the minors to get back up to speed after missing time due to lightheadedness and blurred vision, so he could be back with the White Sox by the end of the weekend or early next week.
Jul 26 2022Manager Tony La Russa said Robert is still dealing with some symptoms of lightheadedness and blurred vision, and the center fielder isn't expected to be activated from the 10-day injured list Friday when first eligible, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 24-year-old landed on the injured list just before the All-Star break, and it appears he'll be sidelined beyond the 10-day minimum. Robert's status has improved and he's been doing more baseball activities, but he's yet to receive full clearance. It's unclear if he'll require a rehab assignment before being reinstated to the active roster.
Jul 22 2022Robert (head) was placed on the 10-day injured list Friday, Vinnie Duber of AllCHGO.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert has been sidelined with lightheadedness since July 15, and he's still dealing with the issue following the All-Star break. While the outfielder will need at least a week and a half to recover, manager Tony La Russa hopes Robert will be able to return to action by the start of the team's series against the Athletics that begins July 29.
Jul 17 2022Robert (head) is not in the starting lineup for Sunday's contest against the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: As expected, Robert will miss Sunday's contest while dealing with lightheadedness. Adam Engel will start in center field and bat ninth in the final game before the All-Star break. According to Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times, Robert has made no meaningful progress since Saturday, but the upcoming break could provide him with enough recovery time before the White Sox open their second-half schedule Friday versus the Guardians.
Jul 16 2022Robert (head) isn't expected to play until after the All-Star break, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert left Friday's game against the Twins due to lightheadedness and isn't feeling well enough to return Saturday. He's undergone some tests already, but the team doesn't expect to be able to fully assess him until Monday, so he's been all but officially ruled out for Sunday's series finale.
Jul 15 2022Robert exited Friday's game at Minnesota due to lightheadedness. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert walked in his lone plate appearance before being replaced in the field for the bottom of the second inning. The specifics of the situation remain unclear, and the 24-year-old should be considered day-to-day until his status is updated.
Jul 13 2022Robert went 3-for-4 with a walk and a three-run home run in a 7-0 win over the Guardians during the second game of Tuesday's doubleheader. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 24-year-old continues to swing a hot bat, and the multi-hit performance was Robert's fifth in his last 10 games -- a stretch during which he's batting .317 (13-for-41). The surge has boosted Robert's slash line on the season to .290/.323/.438 with 11 homers, 11 steals, 45 runs and 49 RBI through 71 contests.
Jul 12 2022Robert is out of the lineup Tuesday for the first game of the White Sox's doubleheader with the Guardians. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Since coming off the COVID-19-related injured list and returning to the lineup June 1, Robert sat out just once over the White Sox's subsequent 38 contests, so he was well overdue for a game off. Adam Engel will draw the start in center field in Game 1, but expect Robert to check back into the starting nine for the nightcap. Robert's move to the bench comes after he went 0-for-8 between his past two starts, dropping his season average to .283.
Jul 9 2022Robert went 2-for-5 with a two-run home run Friday against Detroit. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert took Tarik Skubal yard in the first inning to tally his 10th homer of the season. He's in the midst of a nice stretch at the plate, collecting multiple hits in four of his last six starts to maintain a .346 average over that span while also collecting two home runs, seven RBI and six runs scored. Overall, Robert is hitting .291/.321/.436 across 296 plate appearances on the campaign.
Jul 6 2022Robert went 2-for-4 with a walk, a two-run home run and two runs scored Wednesday against the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert took Emilio Pagan yard in the fifth inning to record his ninth homer of the season. Robert has three multi-hit performances in his last four starts, during which he's tallied four RBI and five runs scored. While his power production has been a bit disappointing, Robert has still delivered 11 stolen bases, 40 runs scored and 42 RBI across 65 games this season.
Jun 28 2022Robert went 3-for-5 with a two-run home run, a double and two total runs scored in Tuesday's 11-4 win over the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert gave the White Sox their first lead of the game with a fifth-inning, 448-foot moonshot. He had gone 0-for-8 in his last two games, marking just the third time this year he's gone multiple games without a hit. The outfielder is slashing a strong .295/.324/.434 with eight homers, 38 RBI, 34 runs scored, 11 stolen bases and 10 doubles across 58 contests.
Jun 24 2022Robert (leg) will bat third and play center field Friday against the Orioles. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert left Wednesday's game against the Blue Jays with a sore leg and didn't take part in Thursday's contest, but his absence will turn out to be a brief one. That's great news for the White Sox, as Robert is currently riding a 13-game hitting streak.
Jun 23 2022Robert (leg) isn't starting Thursday's game against the Orioles. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert exited Wednesday's game against the Blue Jays and was expected to be in Thursday's lineup, but he'll ultimately be on the bench for at least one matchup. The 24-year-old should be considered day-to-day for now, and it's not yet clear whether he'll be available off the bench during the series opener against Baltimore. Leury Garcia will shift to center field while Josh Harrison starts at second base.
Jun 22 2022Robert was removed from Wednesday's loss to the Blue Jays due to leg soreness, though he's expected to be in the lineup for Thursday's game against the Orioles, James Fegan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 24-year-old appeared to be in some discomfort while running the bases after his single during the sixth inning, and manager Tony La Russa opted to lift the outfielder from the contest as a precaution. Assuming Robert has no additional issues Thursday, he should be back on the field for the series opener versus Baltimore.
Jun 21 2022Robert went 2-for-4 with his seventh home run of the season and two RBI in Monday's 8-7 win. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert extended his hitting streak to 11 games with his 436-foot blast to left field in the bottom of the third inning and added a base hit for good measure later in the contest. He's rapped out seven hits in the last three contests alone while driving in seven during that stretch.
Jun 18 2022Robert went 3-for-5 with a double, four RBI and a run scored in Saturday's 7-0 win over the Astros. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert had a pair of two-run knocks in the contest, plating a pair each in the third and fourth innings. He accounted for more than half of the White Sox's run production in the win. The 24-year-old outfielder has now hit safely in nine straight games, going 13-for-41 (.317) in that span. He's up to a .290/.326/.406 slash line with six home runs, 28 RBI, 30 runs scored and 11 stolen bases through 218 plate appearances.
Jun 12 2022Robert went 1-for-5 with a stolen base, a run scored and a walk in a 8-6 loss Sunday against Texas. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert singled and scored in the first inning and was intentionally walked in the 10th. He has stolen four bases in his last five games. However, the 24-year-old has just three extra-base hits in his last 18 games and is slugging .299 in his last 77 at-bats.
Jun 10 2022Robert went 1-for-4 with two stolen bases and a run scored in Friday's 8-3 win over the Rangers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert reached base on an error during the sixth inning and proceeded to score a run after swiping two bags. He's now 10 for 11 in stolen base attempts this season with a .280/.311/.411 slash line through 183 plate appearances. The 24-year-old has four steals and three runs scored in June.
Jun 9 2022Robert went 0-for-3 with a stolen base Wednesday against the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert reached base in the fourth inning after being hit by a pitch and proceeded to steal second base. It was his eighth swiped bag of the season, and he's been caught only once. Since returning from the COVID-19 injured list June 1, Robert has gone 8-for-29 with three RBI, one run scored and two stolen bases in seven games.
Jun 6 2022Robert went 3-for-5 with a double and an RBI on Sunday against the Rays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert helped the White Sox jump out to a 6-0 lead with an RBI single in the second inning. The effort was Robert's third multi-hit game in his last four starts, helping bring his average up to .296 across 166 plate appearances for the campaign. Robert has also provided 22 runs scored, 20 RBI and seven steals to turn in a well-rounded line.
Jun 2 2022Robert went 2-for-4 with two RBI, a double, a stolen base and a run scored in an 8-3 loss Thursday in Toronto. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert's eighth-inning double plated two and chased starter Alek Manoah from the game. He later stole third base and came around to score. The center fielder hit second in the Chicago lineup and has recorded hits in each of his two games since returning from the COVID-19 injured list. The 24-year-old has played 159 games at the major-league level and compiled a .293/.340/.495 batting line with 30 homers and 22 stolen bases. When healthy he brings a lot to the table for fantasy managers.
Jun 1 2022Robert is starting Wednesday against Toronto. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Although Robert was activated from the COVID-19 injured list Tuesday, he remained out of the lineup for the series opener against the Blue Jays. However, he'll serve as the designated hitter and bat cleanup during Wednesday's matchup. The 24-year-old slashed .341/.385/.459 with three homers, a double, 13 runs, 11 RBI and a stolen base over 20 games in May and will reclaim his role as an everyday player now that he's back in action.
May 31 2022Robert (illness) isn't included in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Blue Jays, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert is ostensibly healthy again after the White Sox activated him from the COVID-19-related injured list earlier Tuesday, but his exclusion from the lineup suggests he might need one more day to fully regain conditioning. Adam Engel will cover center field Tuesday, but Robert should be back in the starting nine Wednesday and will likely play in at least four of the White Sox's remaining five games this week.
May 29 2022Manager Tony La Russa said Robert (illness) has improved significantly and is expected to make the trip for the three-game series in Toronto, which begins Tuesday, James Fegan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 24-year-old has been sidelined since testing positive for COVID-19 on May 24, but he's expected to rejoin the active roster this week. Robert could be available for Tuesday's series opener against the Blue Jays if he's able to continue ramping up without experiencing too much fatigue.
May 28 2022Robert (illness) is feeling better and will return no later than next weekend's series in Tampa Bay, with a return during the mid-week series in Toronto also in play, Vinnie Duber of AllCHGO.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert hit the COVID-19 injured list Tuesday, with initial reports suggesting he was dealing with mild symptoms and could miss just one week. He seems to be on his way back and could still hit that timeline, though he may wind up needing closer to 10 days than one week. Still, it doesn't look as though his absence will stretch on much longer, nor does it appear that a rehab assignment will be necessary.
May 24 2022White Sox general manager Rick Hahn said Robert is dealing with mild symptoms of COVID-19, but the outfielder is still expected to remain out through the weekend, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After landing on the COVID-19 injured list earlier Tuesday, Robert looks like he'll miss all five of the White Sox's games this week before potentially returning to the lineup May 31 in Toronto if he's able to quickly regain conditioning following his bout with the virus. Adam Engel will pick up the start in center field Tuesday against the Red Sox and is expected to serve as the primary option at the position while Robert is sidelined.
May 19 2022Robert went 3-for-4 with a home run and four RBI on Thursday against the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert tallied two separate RBI singles prior to taking Dylan Coleman yard in the eighth inning. He has six home runs on the season, and this effort marked his sixth multi-hit effort in his last 10 starts. Overall, Robert is hitting .301/.338/.472 with 17 RBI, 21 runs scored and six stolen bases across 130 plate appearances.
May 16 2022Robert went 2-for-5 with a two-run homer and two runs scored in Monday's 5-3 win over the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert drilled a two-run shot off of Scott Barlow to put the White Sox on top in the 10th inning. It was his fifth long ball of the year and he's now up to 20 runs scored. The 24-year-old improved his slash line to .308/.345/.477 through 113 plate appearances.
May 10 2022Robert went 2-for-4 with a stolen base and a run scored in a 4-1 win Tuesday over Cleveland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert singled, stole a base and scored on Gavin Sheets' homer in the sixth inning. The stolen base was his sixth of the season and first since April 16. The 24-year-old has hit safely in nine straight games, going 15-for-37 with eight runs scored and raising his season average to .282.
May 6 2022Robert went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run and a walk Friday against the Red Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert took Nathan Eovaldi yard in the third inning to record his fourth home run of the season. He also extended his hitting streak to five games, during which time he has recorded two home runs, five RBI and four runs scored. Robert is hitting .265/.296/.485 across 71 plate appearances this season while also chipping in five stolen bases.
May 3 2022Robert is out of the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert missed six straight games in late April with a groin injury, but he returned to the lineup for each of the White Sox's previous four contests, going a collective 6-for-17 with a home run, an additional run and three RBI over that span. The White Sox haven't indicated that Robert is dealing with any sort of setback, so his absence from the lineup Tuesday may just be maintenance-related. Adam Engel will replace Robert in center field.
May 2 2022Robert went 3-for-4 with a run scored in Monday's victory over the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The outfielder singled and scored in the first inning on a Jake Burger sacrifice fly before later adding two more base knocks. The multi-hit effort was Robert's third in his last five contests, raising his batting average from .175 to .246 over that stretch. The 24-year-old has shown his diverse abilities early this season, producing three home runs and six RBI while also stealing five bases over 15 contests.
Apr 30 2022Robert went 1-for-4 with a three-run home run in Saturday's victory over the Angles. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The White Sox held a slim 1-0 lead in the fifth inning of Saturday's contest, but Robert gave them some breathing room with his first long ball since Apr. 13. It was a quiet first month for Robert, with his his groin injury presumably behind him, he could start heating up as the weather does.
Apr 26 2022Robert (groin) is expected to return to the lineup Wednesday against Kansas City, James Fegan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert is out of the lineup for the fourth straight game due to a strained groin, but it doesn't appear as though his streak of absences will stretch to five. The White Sox didn't want him to play in a night game Tuesday followed by a day game Wednesday, so they'll elect to have him only play in Wednesday's contest.
Apr 22 2022Robert (groin) won't play during this weekend's series against Minnesota, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert left Thursday's game against the Guardians with a minor groin strain and will miss at least three games. The White Sox have yet to place him on the injured list and are hoping he can return for Tuesday's game against the Royals.
Apr 21 2022Robert has been diagnosed with a minor groin strain following Thursday's loss to the Guardians, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert appeared to tweak something while running out a grounder in the top of the eighth inning Thursday, and it's now been specified as a groin issue. Although manager Tony La Russa called the injury minor, he acknowledged Robert could require a stint on the injured list. The 24-year-old should be further examined before the White Sox determine his status, and Adam Engel, Leury Garcia and Adam Haseley are likely to see time in center field if Robert is sent to the IL.
Apr 20 2022Robert isn't in the lineup for the second game of Wednesday's doubleheader against the Guardians. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert has gone 0-for-20 with a run, a stolen base and two strikeouts in his last five appearances, and he'll get a chance to reset in Wednesday's nightcap. Adam Haseley will start in center field and bat second.
Apr 17 2022Robert went 0-for-4 with a run scored and a stolen base Saturday against the Rays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert has failed to collect a hit in each of his last three starts, spanning 12 at-bats. However, he reached base Saturday after a throwing error, and proceeded to steal second base before coming around to score. Robert now has five stolen bases and six runs scored across 29 plate appearances this season.
Apr 14 2022Robert went 1-for-4 with a solo home run during Wednesday's 6-4 win over the Mariners. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert has hit safely in each of the White Sox's first five games of the season, including back-to-back contests with a solo home run. The 24-year-old phenom is slashing .350/.381/1.081 through the first week of the season.
Apr 12 2022Robert went 1-for-3 with a solo home run, a walk and an additional run scored during Tuesday's 3-2 win over Seattle. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Offense was at a premium Tuesday, and Robert was the only Chicago hitter to record an extra-base hit with his 408-foot shot to center field during the sixth inning. The 24-year-old is off to a strong start in 2022 and is 6-for-16 with a home run, a double, two RBI and five runs through four games.
Apr 10 2022Robert went 1-for-5 with two runs scored and a stolen base Sunday against the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert hit a single in his first at-bat and immediately stole second base before coming around to score. He reached base on a fielder's choice in his next plate appearance, resulting in his second run scored of the game. Robert has only one extra-base hit through 13 plate appearances early in the 2022 campaign, but he has two stolen bases and has yet to strikeout.
Mar 13 2022Robert confirmed Sunday that he's feeling 100 percent for spring training after he dealt with back tightness during the White Sox's postseason run, James Fegan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: A Grade 3 right hip flexor injury sidelined Robert for the majority of the 2021 campaign, but he returned to action in early August and was productive down the stretch before the back issue surfaced in the ALDS matchup with the Astros. Robert was forced to exit early in the White Sox's series-ending Game 4 loss, but he told reporters Sunday that he would have been ready to go for big-league camp in February had the MLB lockout not thwarted those plans. Now healthy again, Robert should be locked in as a key cog in a loaded White Sox lineup, with his combination of speed, power and contact skills making him a worthy selection in the early rounds of fantasy drafts.
Oct 12 2021Robert left Tuesday's game versus the Astros early with right leg tightness. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The outfielder appeared to pull up lame while running for a fly ball in the sixth inning and was replaced in center field by Adam Engel prior to the top of the seventh. The severity of the injury is not yet known, but it is a big blow to a White Sox lineup that is facing elimination.
Oct 8 2021Robert went 3-for-4 with two runs, an RBI and a walk in Friday's 9-4 loss to the Astros in Game 2 of the ALDS. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert and the White Sox were unable to generate any extra-base hits in Game 2, but the 24-year-old had little trouble reaching base in the loss. Across his first two ALDS appearances, the outfielder has gone 5-for-9, although the White Sox will need to string together three consecutive wins if they hope to advance to the ALCS.
Oct 3 2021Robert went 1-for-2 with a solo home run and two walks in Sunday's 5-2 loss to the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert began the series against Detroit by going 0-for-9 with an RBI and four strikeouts across the first two games, but he hit his 13th home run of the year in the first inning of Sunday's regular-season finale. The 24-year-old started each of the final six games of the regular season and went .217 with three home runs, a double, six RBI, four runs and a stolen base during that time.
Sep 29 2021Robert went 2-for-4 with a two-run homer and a solo homer in Tuesday's 7-1 win over the Reds. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert got off to a hot start after taking Riley O'Brien deep center field to get the White Sox on the board in the first. The 24-year-old followed that up with a two-run shot in the eighth to push their lead to 7-1. Robert now has four home runs over his last five games and has been scorching hot at the plate since his long-awaited return to the majors after an early-season hip injury. Since being activated off the injured list Aug. 9, Robert is slashing .367/.403/.645 with 11 homers, 33 RBI, 29 runs scored, a stolen base and 5:28 BB:K over 39 games. He has been absolutely raking at the plate and will look to carry it over into the postseason when it gets underway next week.
Sep 26 2021Robert is not in the lineup for Sunday's game against Cleveland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Despite going 0-for-4 on Saturday, Robert is still hitting .375 with three doubles, three home runs and 10 RBI in his last 10 games. Billy Hamilton is starting in center field for Sunday's series finale.
Sep 25 2021Robert went 1-for-3 with a solo home run in Friday's 1-0 win over Cleveland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: His fifth-inning shot off Trevor Stephan proved to be the game's only run. Robert has homered in back-to-back games and hit safely in 13 straight, batting .434 (23-for-53) over the course of his hitting streak. In 61 contests during his injury-shortened campaign, the 24-year-old is slashing a dynamic .355/.392/.569 with 10 homers, five steals, 37 RBI and 38 runs.
Sep 23 2021Robert isn't in the lineup for the second game in Thursday's doubleheader against Cleveland, Vinnie Duber of NBC Sports Chicago reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert was productive during Thursday's matinee and went 2-for-3 with a home run, two RBI and a strikeout. Billy Hamilton will take his place in center field and bat eighth.
Sep 19 2021Robert is not in the lineup Sunday against the Rangers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert started the past 17 games and will receive a day off after slashing .373/.397/.613 with four homers, six doubles, 14 RBI and 12 runs during that stretch. Leury Garcia will receive a look in center field Sunday.
Sep 17 2021Robert went 3-for-5 with a three-run double and a run scored in Friday's 8-0 win over the Rangers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert cleared the bases with his three-run double in the fourth inning and later came around to score. He's been locked-in at the plate since returning from the injured list in early August. He's gone 51-for-134 (.381) with 24 RBI and 18 extra-base hits over his last 31 games. For the year, Robert is sporting a .944 OPS with 29 extra-base hits and 36 runs scored.
Sep 15 2021Robert went 2-for-3 with a solo home run, a double and three total runs Tuesday against the Angels in a 9-3 victory. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert accounted for Chicago's first run with a 434-foot solo shot to left field in the second inning. He went on to cross the plate twice more in the contest. The 24-year-old is off to a scorching start to September, collecting multi-hit efforts in six of the 11 contests in which he's played. Over that stretch, he is slashing .396/.420/.625 with two homers, five doubles, seven RBI and eight runs.
Sep 12 2021Robert went 4-for-5 with three doubles, a run scored and three RBI in Saturday's 9-8 extra-inning loss to the Red Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 24-year-old has been on a mission since coming off the IL in early August. Robert has racked up 13 multi-hit performances in 26 games during that stretch, slashing a blistering .368/.395/.605 with six homers, 18 RBI and 21 runs. If there's one disappointing aspect to his late-season efforts, it's that he's stolen only one base, leaving him with five in 51 games on the season.
Sep 5 2021Robert went 4-for-5 with a solo home run and three total runs in Saturday's 10-7 win over Kansas City. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert got Chicago off to a quick start with a 452-foot blast in the first inning. He tacked on three singles the rest of the way for his second career four-hit game. Robert has tallied 11 multi-hit performances in his past 23 contests and is slashing an impressive .379/.410/.642 with six homers, 15 RBI and 19 runs over that span.
Sep 2 2021Robert batted leadoff and went 2-for-5 with a double in Wednesday's 6-3 win over Pittsburgh. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert batted leadoff for a second straight game, as the White Sox were without Tim Anderson (leg) for a third straight contest. The team eventually placed Anderson on the 10-day injured list Tuesday, so there will be opportunities for Robert to get four-to-five plate appearances per game while Anderson is shelved. Since returning from the 60-day injured list in August, Robert has a 1.039 OPS with five home runs, six doubles, 13 RBI and 16 runs over 18 games.
Aug 30 2021Robert went 2-for-4 with two home runs, three RBI and three runs scored in Sunday's 13-1 win over the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert got the scoring started with a solo blast off Kyle Hendricks in the first inning and then later added a two-run shot off Scott Effross in the sixth. The 24-year-old has swung a hot bat since returning from the injured list Aug. 9, slashing .382/.425/.676 with five homers, 13 RBI, 16 runs scored, a steal and 3:13 over 16 games.
Aug 28 2021Robert is on the bench for Saturday's game against the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: A 3-for-5 effort Friday increased Robert's average to .409 with two home runs, three doubles and seven RBI in the last 10 games. Brian Goodwin is shifting to center field Saturday, with Andrew Vaughn starting in right.
Aug 27 2021Robert went 3-for-5 with a double, a walk, an RBI and three runs scored in Friday's 17-13 win over the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 24-year-old has racked up four three-hit efforts in his last 10 games. Robert continues to be effective at the plate with a .340/.380/.516 slash line, four home runs, 18 RBI, 24 runs scored and five stolen bases through 171 plate appearances this season. He should continue to hit most often in the No. 2 spot in the order, especially while he's swinging a hot bat.
Aug 25 2021Robert went 3-for-5 with a double and two runs Tuesday in the White Sox's 5-2 win over the Blue Jays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: With regular leadoff man Tim Anderson (leg) out of the lineup and with Cesar Hernandez getting the day off, Robert handled table-setting duties for the first time all season. Robert ensured the White Sox didn't miss a beat without Hernandez, as he led off the game with a base hit and came around to score on Jose Abreu's three-run home run. The 24-year-old outfielder is slashing .380/.415/.580 with two home runs and one stolen base in 12 games since returning from the 60-day injured list Aug. 9.
Aug 21 2021Robert isn't in the lineup Saturday against the Rays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert will get a routine day off after he went 6-for-15 with a double, three RBI and a run across the last three games. Brian Goodwin will shift to center field while Jake Lamb starts in right.
Aug 19 2021Robert went 3-for-4 with two RBI in Wednesday's 3-2 win over the Athletics. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After getting a routine day off Tuesday, Robert returned to action Wednesday and continued his hot-hitting ways at the plate, recording three hits for the second time in the series. Robert hasn't missed a beat in his seven games since returning from the 60-day injured list, delivering a .429/.448/.714 slash line while stealing a base in his lone attempt. He'll be included in the starting nine for Thursday's series finale with Oakland, batting second and patrolling center field.
Aug 17 2021Robert is not starting Tuesday against the Athletics. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manager Tony La Russa announced following Monday's win that Robert would get Tuesday off, so his absence from the lineup doesn't come as a surprise. The center fielder has gone 9-for-24 with two homers and four RBI since returning from the injured list Aug. 9. He figures to return to the starting nine Wednesday against lefty Cole Irvin.
Aug 16 2021Robert won't start Tuesday's game against the Athletics, Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert has been dominant across the last four games, as he's gone 7-for-16 with two homers, a double, six runs and three RBI during that time. However, he'll get a routine day off Tuesday as the White Sox attempt to monitor his workload following his lengthy absence due to a hip injury.
Aug 14 2021Robert went 2-for-4 with two RBI and a walk in Saturday's 7-5 loss to the Yankees. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert pulled the White Sox even at 2-2 in the second inning, taking James Taillon deep for his second home run of the year. Robert later added an RBI single in the 10th that rounded out the scoring. The 24-year-old is now slashing .315/.358/.486 with 11 RBI and four stolen bases (five attempts) in 120 plate appearances since returning from the IL.
Aug 11 2021Robert will get a planned day off for Wednesday's series finale against the Twins, Jordan Horrobin of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert, who returned from the 60-day injured list Monday, played the first two games of the series, but the White Sox want to avoid pushing him too quickly with a day game following a night game. He is expected to be in the lineup for Thursday's Field of Dreams game against the Yankees.
Aug 10 2021Robert went 2-for-5 with a double and an RBI in Monday's 11-1 win over the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert was activated off the 60-day injured list Monday and made an immediate impact for the White Sox with an RBI-double in the fifth inning. He batted seventh in the order, and manager Tony La Russa could continue that practice as the outfielder ramps up from three months off. Prior to the injury, Robert had his most plate appearances in the two hole, where newcomer Cesar Hernandez has been living since he was acquired from Cleveland in late July.
Aug 9 2021Robert (hip) was activated off the 60-day injured list as expected Monday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert injured his right hip flexor back in early May and will wind up having missed over three months. He didn't dominate over his 12-game rehab assignment, hitting a modest .268/.388/.390, but he's nonetheless been deemed ready to go and should be able to provide both the White Sox and fantasy teams with plenty of power and speed down the stretch. In his 81 career MLB games to date, he's hit .259 with 12 homers and 13 steals. Gavin Sheets was optioned in a corresponding move.
Aug 8 2021Manager Tony La Russa said Robert (hip) will join the White Sox on Monday in Minnesota and will be activated from the 60-day injured list ahead of the series opener, James Fegan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert has been on a rehab assignment for nearly three weeks while working his way back from a right hip flexor, and the White Sox believe he's now ready for an everyday role at the big-league level. According to Scott Merkin of MLB.com, Robert will be included in the starting nine Monday, presumably manning center field. With the 24-year-old back in action, the White Sox may have fewer opportunities available in the outfield for the likes of Brian Goodwin, Gavin Sheets, Leury Garcia and Adam Engel. All of Robert, Eloy Jimenez and Andrew Vaughn appear locked in for full-time roles between the three outfield spots and the designated-hitter spot, leaving just one opening in the lineup up for grabs more often than not.
Aug 5 2021Robert (hip) won't return during the White Sox's weekend series against the Cubs, Vinnie Duber of NBC Sports Chicago reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert has been on a rehab assignment for just over three weeks, and he's hit .265 with two doubles, three runs, three RBI and a stolen base across 10 games. While manager Tony La Russa said Thursday that the outfielder's return is imminent, he ruled him out for the team's weekend series and said that the 24-year-old will face an "important test" in his rehab assignment this weekend. La Russa is optimistic that Robert will be in consideration to return from the 60-day IL against Minnesota on Monday.
Aug 1 2021Manager Tony La Russa said Sunday that he doesn't expect Robert (hip) to return from the White Sox's upcoming three-game series with the Royals, which runs from Tuesday through Thursday, Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: La Russa wasn't willing to completely rule Robert out from making an appearance during the series with Kansas City, but the White Sox seemingly want the 23-year-old outfield to pick up a few more at-bats at Triple-A Charlotte before reinstating him from the 60-day injured list. Through the first eight games of his rehab assignment that has included stops at Charlotte and High-A Winston-Salem, Robert has gone 8-for-25 with two doubles, one stolen base and a 4:7 BB:K.
Jul 28 2021Robert (hip) went 0-for-2 with a walk and was hit by a pitch for Triple-A Charlotte on Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert had his rehab assignment moved to Triple-A Charlotte, and this was his first game with the Knights. He started in center field, batted leadoff and played nine innings in the field before leaving for a pinch hitter in the bottom of the ninth inning. He was hit by a pitch in the seventh inning and stayed in the game, so there does not appear to be any concern regarding that. The White Sox have not put a timetable on Robert's return, but he's allowed a maximum of 20 days on a rehab stint. If he uses the full allotment of time, the latest he would return is Aug. 12.
Jul 27 2021Robert (hip) will shift his rehab assignment from High-A Winston-Salem to Triple-A Charlotte on Tuesday, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The move up to Triple-A marks the final step in Robert's rehab program for his Grade 3 right hip flexor strain, which has kept him on the injured list since early May. Robert drew favorable reviews during his recent four-game rehab assignment at Winston-Salem, going 3-for-12 with a double and a 1:3 BB:K. The White Sox will presumably want to see Robert play at least one or two full games in the outfield before reinstating him from the 60-day IL -- a move that could happen as soon as this weekend's home series versus Cleveland. Given the multi-category upside he's displayed when healthy over his two seasons in the majors, Robert needs to be stashed in all but the shallowest of fantasy leagues.
Jul 25 2021Robert (hip) is a combined 2-for-8 with a walk and an RBI over three games of his rehab assignment at High-A Winston-Salem. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert has played all three games in center field for the Dash but has yet to play a full game. Saturday's game was his most extensive work, as he played seven innings after logging five innings in each of the previous two contests. The White Sox have not set a timeline for Robert's return, though a sign of his imminent return will be when he starts playing nine innings on back-to-back days.
Jul 19 2021Robert (hip) will begin a rehab assignment Wednesday at High-A Winston-Salem, Vinnie Duber of NBC Sports Chicago reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert appears to be ahead of schedule in his rehab, though it remains to be seen how long he'll need to get ready in the minors after failing to see big-league action since May 2 due to the hip issue.
Jul 17 2021Robert (hip) took live batting practice and did some light outfield work at the team's Arizona facility Saturday, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The outfielder is likely still a couple weeks from joining a minor-league affiliate to begin his rehab assignment. Robert has been out since the beginning of May with the hip strain, so he figures to require several rehab games to get back to game speed before rejoining the White Sox.
Jun 29 2021Robert (hip) was cleared to ramp up baseball activities Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert has been out since early may with a strained right hip. He'll build up before four weeks, at which point he could be cleared to begin a rehab assignment. He doesn't have a precise timeline for his return to the big leagues, and he'll likely need a lengthy rehab assignment given the severity of his injury, but a return sometime in mid-August seems possible if his recovery proceeds smoothly, as he could join a minor-league affiliate as soon as late July.
May 27 2021The White Sox transferred Robert (hip) to the 60-day injured list Thursday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Though Robert is electing to forgo surgery after he was diagnosed May 3 with a Grade 3 right hip flexor strain, the outfielder is still facing a recovery timeline of at least eight weeks. As such, the move to the 60-day IL won't have much effect on his return date. Instead, the White Sox made the transaction mainly for the purpose of opening up a spot on the 40-man roster for reliever Ryan Burr, whose contract was selected from Triple-A Charlotte.
May 7 2021Robert (hip) has opted against surgery and an update on his recovery will come in eight weeks, James Fegan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The decision to not undergo surgery, but rather rest and rehabilitate will not affect the timeline for Robert's return. The torn right hip flexor interrupted a strong start to the season for the center fielder, who hit .316 with one home run and four steals in 95 at-bats.
May 4 2021The White Sox placed Robert (hip) on the 10-day injured list Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The transaction is a formality after Robert was revealed Monday to have suffered a Grade 3 right hip flexor strain, an injury that will likely sideline him for 12-to-16 weeks. The White Sox are expected to move Robert to the 60-day IL when they need to clear a spot on the 40-man roster. Infielder Danny Mendick was called up from the alternate training site to swap in for Robert active roster, but the team could ultimately turn to veteran Brian Goodwin to replace the 23-year-old in the outfield. Goodwin agreed to a minor-league deal with the White Sox on Tuesday and could be called up once he gets in a few games at Triple-A Charlotte.
May 3 2021Robert was diagnosed with a Grade 3 strain of his right hip flexor Monday, Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: A Grade 3 strain means a complete tear. Robert won't take part in any baseball activities for a minimum of 12 weeks and will have to build back up into game shape after that, meaning he'll miss the majority of the season. The White Sox have yet to decide whether he'll undergo surgery or rest and rehab instead. Leury Garcia lines up to play an increased role in center field until Robert returns.
May 2 2021Manager Tony La Russa said Sunday that Robert (hip) "will definitely go on the IL," James Fegan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert appeared to have sustained a serious non-contact injury while legging out an infield single in Sunday's game against Cleveland, and he was diagnosed with a right hip flexor strain. The 23-year-old will undergo additional testing Monday but will miss time. Leury Garcia should see increased time in center field while Robert is sidelined.
Apr 29 2021Robert is starting in center field and batting second in the second game on the team's doubleheader Thursday against the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert has been out since Sunday due to health and safety protocols, but he never tested positive for COVID-19. As a result, his absence will be limited to only a few games. Billy Hamilton will likely lose playing time as a result of Robert's return.
Apr 28 2021Robert (illness) is expected back in the lineup Thursday against the Tigers, James Fegan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The White Sox played things safe by putting Robert through the COVID protocols after he reported flu-like symptoms Monday night. He has been testing negative for the virus while quarantining, so it sounds like he will only miss a couple games.
Apr 27 2021Robert, who was placed on the injured list as a precaution after dealing with flu-like symptoms Monday night, is feeling better Tuesday but will need to go through the proper protocols before returning, James Fegan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Earlier this month, Dylan Cease went on the injured list for a couple days as a precaution but was soon activated and barely missed any time. That could be an outcome in this instance as well, assuming Robert feels better and tests negative for coronavirus. He should be considered day-to-day for now.
Apr 21 2021Robert went 3-for-4 with a double, a stolen base and a run scored in Tuesday's 8-5 win over Cleveland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert posted his first three-hit game and seventh with multiple hits in 18 contests. He's put to rest any thoughts that last year's September swoon would carry over into 2021. Robert, who has a 1.131 OPS over the last seven, is slashing .310/.351/.493 for the season. The stolen bag was his third, putting him on pace to steal 27 bases over the course of 162 games.
Apr 19 2021Robert went 1-for-4 with a double and an RBI in Monday's loss to Boston. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert handed his club a quick 1-0 lead in the top of the first inning with an RBI double to left field, but the Red Sox would respond by putting up six runs in the bottom half and ultimately cruised to an 11-4 victory. The 23-year-old has been hot at the dish over his last six contests, going 9-for-23 with four extra-base hits, two RBI and a stolen base.
Apr 17 2021Robert went 2-for-4 with a stolen base in Saturday's loss against the Red Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert continues to make an impact in the bottom of the White Sox's order and has recorded three straight two-hit appearances while hitting safely in five of his last six contests. As if that wasn't enough, he also stole his second base of the campaign. The young outfielder has reached base in nine of his last 10 games and is expected to remain at the bottom of the order now that Tim Anderson is back from his hamstring injury.
Apr 16 2021Robert went 2-for-3 with a walk, a triple and a run scored in Thursday's 4-2 loss to Cleveland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The White Sox plated a first-inning run then did nothing until the ninth inning, when Robert came home after hitting his first triple of the season. With the return of Tim Anderson from a hamstring injury, Robert was dropped from second to seventh in the order.
Apr 15 2021Robert went 2-for-5 with a double, an RBI and a run scored in Wednesday's 8-0 win over Cleveland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wednesday's ground-rule double gives Robert four two-baggers among his last five hits. He's flown under the radar thus far in 2021 with a nondescript .245/.296/.408 slash line and just one steal over 12 games. The second-year outfielder has primarily hit out of the two-hole, reaching base safely in 11 of 12 contests.
Apr 7 2021Robert went 2-for-4 with a home run, a single, a walk, two RBI and two runs scored in Tuesday's 10-4 win over the Mariners. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert finally showed off his power that fantasy managers have been waiting to see when he destroyed a hanging breaking ball over the left-field fence to break a 3-3 tie in the fifth. The 23-year-old has registered a hit in five of six games this season but is still lacking discipline at the plate, as he also has nine strikeouts over that same span.
Apr 2 2021Robert went 1-for-4 with a double, a stolen base and a run scored in Thursday's 4-3 loss to the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert's speed led to the White Sox's first run of the season after he stole third base with two outs then came home on a wild pitch. The center fielder picked up where he left off in the Cactus League where he stole six bags and was caught once. He had nine swipes over 56 games in the shortened 2020 season, so 20-plus steals is a real possibility.
Mar 17 2021Robert (abdomen) will start in center field and will bat sixth in Wednesday's Cactus League game against the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert checks back into the lineup after he was sidelined for a few days with an abdominal strain. Since the White Sox are comfortable enough using Robert in the outfield rather than at designated hitter in his first game back in action, fantasy managers shouldn't have any concerns about his availability heading into Opening Day. Through his first eight spring games, Robert has gone 8-for-24 with a home run, three doubles and three stolen bases.
Mar 16 2021Robert (abdomen) is still experiencing some discomfort but an examination revealed no serious issues, James Fegan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The White Sox have every reason to treat Robert with caution after he was scratched Monday with an abdominal strain. He may sit for a few more spring games, but it doesn't look as though his readiness for Opening Day will be seriously threatened.
Mar 15 2021Robert was a late scratch from Monday's game against the Cubs due to a lower abdominal strain. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The White Sox say it was a precautionary measure, but the injury sounds like it could be more than just a day-to-day thing. He will likely go for further evaluations/tests before the team supplies any more information regarding a timetable for his return.
Mar 14 2021Robert went 2-for-4 with a double, a solo home run and a stolen base in Saturday's spring game against the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The home run was the first of Cactus League play for Robert, who has four extra-base knocks among his eight hits. The talented outfielder now has three steals in eight spring games, suggesting he may improve upon the nine swipes he had over 56 games in 2020.
Mar 4 2021Robert went 2-for-3 with a double and an RBI single in Wednesday's spring game against the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert is off to a good start this spring, clearly motivated to put last year's sluggish September behind him. White Sox hitting coach Frank Menechino talked about the young outfielder's offseason work with Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun Times. "He worked his tail off, made some adjustments in his setup, made some adjustments with pitch recognition," Menechino said. "He's taking a lot more balls right now. He's really got his setup and approach working." Robert is 3-for-6 with two doubles in his two spring starts. He's batted leadoff in those games but is expected to settle in lower in the order once the regular season opens.
Feb 25 2021Robert feels if the 2020 season were longer, he would have busted out of his September slump, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun Times reports. "I would have been able to put up better stats if the season was longer, even though I think I put up decent numbers," Robert said through a translator Wednesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert was on his way to an MVP-caliber season through the end of August, but a September swoon (11-for-81, .409 OPS) put an end to such talk. The outfielder makes a good point about the season being longer. Over the final three-game series against the Cubs, Robert went 5-for-11 then hit safely in all three postseason games (4-for-13, including a 487-foot home run). He's expected to hit in the lower third of the order, per Scott Merkin of MLB.com, as manager Tony La Russa wants Robert to earn his way to the top of the order.
Sep 26 2020Robert went 1-for-3 in Friday's 10-0 loss to the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert returned to the lineup after getting a breather Thursday and ended a hitless streak at 23 at-bats with a fifth-inning single. He and the White Sox, who have lost six straight, are limping into the postseason, with Robert hitting just .096 (7-for-73) in September.
Sep 24 2020Robert is not in Thursday's lineup against Cleveland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert's Rookie of the Year campaign has careened off the tracks, as he is hitting .086 with 30 strikeouts in 20 games this month. Jarrod Dyson is starting in center field and batting ninth.
Sep 23 2020Robert went 0-for-4 with three strikeouts in Tuesday's 5-3 extra-inning loss to Cleveland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert's September slide continued Tuesday. The rookie has gone 22 at-bats without a hit and is batting .091 (6-for-66) with 17 strikeouts during the month.
Sep 16 2020Robert went 1-for-4 with a two-run single and stole two bases in Tuesday's 6-2 win over Minnesota. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert's bat showed a little bit of life, but the rookie remains in a two-week slump. He's 6-for-44 (.136) over the last 12 games. The two steals give him eight for the season, tying him for ninth in MLB.
Sep 15 2020Robert returned to the lineup Monday and went 0-for-3 with a walk and a run scored in a 3-1 win over the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert's mired in a slump and was given a rest day Sunday ahead of an important series against Minnesota. He went hitless in three at-bats before an eighth-inning walk resulted in the team's third run. Robert's 5-for-40 with 15 strikeouts over the last 11 games.
Sep 13 2020Robet is not in Sunday's lineup against the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert's first prolonged MLB slump has come, as he is hitting .135 with a 32.6 percent strikeout rate in 37 at-bats this month. It sounds like the coaching staff thinks he's pressing to try to hit his way out of this slow stretch. Jarrod Dyson will patrol center field and hit ninth.
Sep 6 2020Robert went 0-for-2 with two walks, two stolen bases and a run scored in Sunday's 8-2 win over the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert is more than a batter, something he proved this weekend in Kansas City while going hitless. On Saturday, he laid out in a full extension to rob Maikel Franco of an extra-base hit, then made noise on the basepaths Sunday. Robert leads the White Sox with six steals, which is tied for 14th in MLB.
Sep 3 2020Robert went 1-for-4 with a three-run home run, a walk and another run scored during Thursday's win against the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert took a 2-0 pitch off Jake Newberry in the seventh inning and crushed a 458-foot, three-run blast that exited his bat at 113 mph. The talented 23-year-old outfielder leads all rookies with 11 long balls and 27 RBI this season while batting .278/.331/.586.
Sep 1 2020Robert went 2-for-4 with a walk, a double and a home run in Monday's 8-5 win over the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert, who won Sunday's game with a walkoff, three-run home run, delivered another win for the White Sox on Monday. He tied the game with a seventh-inning blast, then plated the go-ahead run in the ninth with a ground-rule double. He leads all rookies with 10 home runs and 24 RBI.
Aug 30 2020Robert went 1-for-4 with a walk and a three-run home run Sunday against the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert was quiet throughout the series finale, but came through when it mattered. He came to the plate with two runners on base in the bottom of the tenth inning and launched his ninth home run of the season to win the game. After a slow start from a power perspective, Robert now has seven of his nine long balls in his past 12 starts. Overall, he's hitting .291/.339/.581 with 22 RBI and 20 runs scored across 128 plate appearances.
Aug 29 2020Robert went 2-for-4 with a solo home run in Friday's 6-5 win over the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert kicked off Chicago's scoring when he connected on his eighth home run of the season in the second inning. It was the sixth long ball he's struck in the last 10 games.
Aug 25 2020Robert went 3-for-4 with a run scored and a double in Tuesday's 4-0 win over the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert led off the second inning with an infield single and later scored an Adam Engel groundout. The 23-year-old Robert is slashing .284/.336/.559 with seven homers, four stolen bases, 17 RBI and 16 runs scored across 110 plate appearances. He's gone 5-15 (.333) with two homers, four RBI and three runs scored in four games since returning from a hand injury.
Aug 22 2020Robert went 1-for-3 with a walk and a two-run home run Saturday against the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert took Kyle Hendricks deep in the second inning for his seventh home run. He has now homered in back-to-back games and has five long balls in his last seven starts. Despite a 34 percent strikeout rate, the rookie has been impressive through 103 plate appearances, racking up a .277/.333/.564 line with 17 RBI and 15 runs scored.
Aug 21 2020Robert (hand) will bat sixth and play center field Friday against the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert hadn't played since leaving Tuesday's game against the Tigers with a sore right hand after attempting a diving catch. His return will be a big boost for the White Sox, as he's hitting a strong .276/.330/.517 in his first 24 MLB games despite striking out in 34.0 percent of his plate appearances.
Aug 20 2020Robert (hand) won't be in the lineup for Thursday's game against the Tigers, but manager Rick Renteria said he is hopeful that Robert will play Friday against the Cubs, James Fegan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He left Tuesday's game after injuring his right hand while making a diving attempt in the field, but X-rays came back negative. Robert will miss his second game in a row while Adam Engel starts in center field, batting ninth.
Aug 19 2020Robert (hand) will sit Wednesday against the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert left Tuesday's game with a hand injury after attempting a diving catch in the seventh inning, but he escaped with nothing worse than soreness after an X-ray came back negative. The issue is evidently serious enough for him to sit for at least one game, with Adam Engel getting the nod in center field. It's not yet clear when he's expected to return.
Aug 18 2020Robert was diagnosed with right hand soreness after X-rays on his right hand came back negative. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 23-year-old suffered the injury on a dive attempt during the seventh inning, but it appears he avoided a serious injury. Robert should be considered day-to-day and could receive a day or two off to recover if the White Sox opt to exercise some caution.
Aug 17 2020Robert went 2-for-4 with two home runs, three RBI and two runs scored Monday against the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert clubbed both of his home runs late in the game, with the first coming in the sixth frame followed by another two innings later. He now has five home runs on the season, three of which have come in his past three contests. Robert has swung the bat well of late in general, collecting a hit in five of his last six starts. For the season, he is hitting .286/.341/.536 with 13 RBI and 13 runs scored across 92 plate appearances.
Aug 15 2020Robert went 2-for-5 with a walk, double and a solo home run across both games of the team's doubleheader against the Cardinals on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert collected his sixth double of the season in the final frame of the first contest. However, he waited until the second game to go yard, taking Jake Woodford deep in the third inning for his third home run of the season. Robert hadn't homered in his last 12 games and had hit just .200/.289/.250 while striking out 38 percent of the time entering Saturday's contests. Even so, Robert has maintained a .282/.341/.474 line with 11 runs scored, 10 RBI and four stolen bases across 85 plate appearances this season.
Aug 12 2020Robert went 1-for-5 with a three-RBI double during Wednesday's win at Detroit. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The rookie came to the plate with the bases loaded and the White Sox trailing 5-3 during the fifth inning, and he cleared the bases with a double to give Chicago the lead. Robert has a .274/.329/.425 slash line with two homers, five doubles, nine RBI and four stolen bases through his first 19 big-league games.
Aug 11 2020White Sox manager Rick Renteria plans to return Tim Anderson (groin) to leadoff, a spot Robert had been filling until Saturday, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. Anderson is expected to be activated off the injured list Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Even though Robert slashed .357/.455/.536 in seven games in the leadoff spot, Renteria noticed some issues the rookie was having. Opposing pitchers have been feeding him a steady diet of sliders since the start of the season, and Robert has been adjusting but still chases. Apparently, there were a few at-bats recently that prompted Renteria to drop him back to seventh in the order. "There are a couple of at-bats where he walked away from that box kind of scratching his head, going, 'Man, what just happened there?' '' Renteria said. ''I know I'm not the only one who sees that. He's still learning; he's still young.'' That's the reason why Renteria held Robert out of the starting lineup Monday.
Aug 10 2020Robert isn't in the lineup Monday against the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert dropped to the seven-hole during the past two games, and he'll get a breather for the series opener against Detroit. Adam Engel is starting in center field and batting ninth.
Aug 9 2020Robert was dropped to seventh in the batting order Saturday and went 1-for-4 in a 7-1 loss to Cleveland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: White Sox manager Rick Renteria slotted Robert in the seven-hole to start the season, not wanting to put too much pressure on the rookie, but then moved him to leadoff a week ago. Robert has thrived there, posting a .990 OPS with three stolen bases over the previous seven contests, and no reason was given for the change. Robert has hit safely in 13 of 15 games and is batting .322/.385/.492.
Aug 4 2020Robert went 1-for-3 with two walks, two runs scored and two stolen bases in Monday's 6-4 win over the Brewers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 23-year-old has been exactly as advertised to begin his initial MLB campaign, showcasing both power and speed. Robert is slashing .350/.409/.575 through his first 10 games with two homers, three steals, six RBI and eight runs, and so far his tendency to swing and miss (4:12 BB:K) hasn't undercut his production.
Aug 1 2020Robert went 4-for-6 with a home run, two doubles, two runs scored and two RBI during Saturday's 11-5 win at Kansas City. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The rookie center fielder moved up to the leadoff spot for Saturday's contest with Tim Anderson (groin) moving to the injured list, and he immediately staked his claim to the top of the batting order. Robert has been electric through his first eight major-league games, going 12-for-33 with two home runs, two doubles, five runs, six RBI and one stolen base.
Jul 29 2020Robert went 1-for-4 with two RBI and a stolen base Wednesday against Cleveland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert was held hitless until the bottom of the ninth inning when he knocked in two with a timely single. He then advanced to second base, recording his stolen bag of the campaign. Robert has looked the part of his top prospect pedigree early on this season, reaching base nine times in his first 24 plate appearances.
Jul 26 2020Robert went 1-for-3 with a two-run homer and a walk in Sunday's loss to Minnesota. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert has lived up to his uber-prospect hype after his first big-league series. While the White Sox were never really competitive in Sunday's 14-2 loss to Minnesota, the 22-year-old outfielder's shot to dead center was encouraging. With hits in all three games of his young MLB career to date, Robert owns a .364 average and an OPS over 1.100.
Jul 25 2020Robert went 2-for-4 with a double in Friday's 10-5 loss to the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert singled on the first pitch he saw in the second inning, smoking a rocket to left field with an exit velocity of 115.8 MPH. MLB's No. 3 prospect batted seventh on Opening Day. He was a leadoff batter in the minors and may eventually move up the order once he acclimates to MLB pitching.
Jul 19 2020Robert hit a pair of home runs during Saturday's intrasquad game, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert hit over 900 feet of home runs in the game. He sent a Kelvin Herrera fastball back to the shrubbery in center field at Guaranteed Rate Field, then topped that with a blast of Steve Cishek that reached the back row of the left-field bleachers. He's hit three homers during camp, including a shot off Carlos Rodon last Saturday that cleared the fence in center when Robert was off balance and falling down.
Jun 30 2020Robert is included in the White Sox's 60-man player pool. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: This comes as no surprise. Robert was always expected to start the season in MLB as the team's starting center fielder. The lone uncertainty is where Chicago's top position prospect will hit in the batting order. Robert may eventually fill the leadoff role, but the team will likely have him hit down in the order initially.
Mar 1 2020Robert went 2-for-4 with a home run and a stolen base in Saturday's Cactus League game against the Rangers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert's talents were on display again. He singled and stole a base in the second inning, then launched a solo shot that cleared the center-field fence in the fourth inning. The ball left the yard at 113 mph, per Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times. With the two hits Saturday, Robert has reached base safely in every way except being hit by a pitch this spring. The 22-year-old prospect hit 32 homers across three minor-league stops in 2019, including 16 in 47 games at Triple-A Charlotte.
Feb 27 2020Robert went 1-for-2 with a walk and a double in Thursday's win over the Mariners. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Robert lined a hit off the left field wall in the second inning and easily cruised into second for a double. It was his second extra-base hit of the spring after he tripled Tuesday. In a lineup that looked very much like a regular season unit, Robert started in center field and batted seventh.
Jan 2 2020Robert agreed to a long-term contract extension with the White Sox on Thursday, Bob Nightengale of USA Today reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The deal is worth $50 million over six years with two club options, Jeff Passan of ESPN.com reports. Robert advanced to Triple-A Charlotte in 2019, where he played well with a .297/.341/.634 slash line and 16 home runs over 47 games. The 22-year-old should be on the major-league roster for Opening Day, and he'll likely serve as the primary center fielder for most of 2020.
Jul 6 2019Robert will move up to Triple-A Charlotte following the Futures Game, James Fegan of The Athletic<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 2 2018An MRI revealed Monday that Robert's thumb injury will keep him out for four-to-eight weeks.The White Sox initially didn't view Robert's injury as anything serious, but the MRI revealed a moderate sprain in his left thumb, which has been placed in a splint. Robert was hitting .293/.372/.373 in 21 games split between Low-A Kannaplis and High-A Winston-Salem prior to the injury. This is the second time this year that Robert has been out with an injury to the same thumb, as he was out until early June with a moderate sprain as well.
Jul 1 2018Robert was placed on the 7-day disabled list at High-A Winston-Salem on Sunday after aggravating a left thumb injury, Michael Avallone of MiLB.com reports.The White Sox don't view Robert's injury as anything serious, but it's nonetheless another frustrating setback for the outfielder, who has been limited to just 21 games in affiliated ball since receiving a $26 signing bonus in May 2017. Robert was hitting .300/.389/.333 through eight games with Winston-Salem before hurting the digit during Thursday's game against Frederick.
Jun 21 2018Robert was moved to High-A Winston-Salem on Thursday, James Fegan of The Athletic reports.As expected, Robert was officially promoted from Low-A Kannapolis after going 13-for-45 (.289 average) with four extra-base hits and four RBI during 13 games with the team. Since Robert was out with a thumb injury for the first couple months of the season, he only spent a little time getting back to speed at the Low-A level after competing in extended spring training games.
Jun 12 2018Robert will move up to High-A Winston-Salem in a week to 10 days, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.Robert, who had a late start to the season due to a thumb injury, is batting .304 (7-for-23) in seven games with Low-A Kannapolis.
Jun 5 2018Robert (thumb) will head to Low-A Kannapolis after returning to health, Sam Dykstra of MiLB.com reports.Robert had been playing games at extended spring training prior to being cleared for a return. Now that he's fully recovered from a thumb sprain, he'll head to Low-A, although the White Sox fully expect him to move up to High-A Winston-Salem sometime this summer.