Despite a tough year in 2024, the Chicago White Sox won’t be underestimated in a trade for former All-Star outfielder Luis Robert Jr.

The following came from Mark Feinsand of MLB.com during the winter meetings:

He took a step back in 2024, hitting 14 home runs with 35 RBIs, 23 steals and a .657 OPS in 100 games, but despite Robert’s struggles last season, a source said Chicago has no plans to move the outfielder only if they believed him. obtain for him the full market value.

The White Sox are in the midst of a lengthy rebuild after going 41-121 last season, making Robert Jr. an obvious trade candidate. That said, the team has control over him through the 2027 season. They don’t need to trade him now and could wait until the trade deadline next offseason to give him a chance to reset its value and raise the price.

Robert dealt with injuries last year, which contributed greatly to his struggles. In 2023, he was one of the best players in baseball, playing in the All-Star Game and hitting .264 with 38 home runs and 80 RBIs. He also stole 20 bases that year, finished 12th in American League MVP voting, and won a Silver Slugger Award.

In addition to potentially trading Robert Jr., the White Sox expected to trade All-Star pitcher Garrett Crochet. They have received offers from around the league for his services, like last offseason when they dealt Dylan Cease to the San Diego Padres.

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