Orioles claim Luis Robert Jr. off waivers as Mets shed $5 million

Luis Robert Jr.’s tenure in Queens is over. The Baltimore Orioles, who are just one game back of the Guardians for a Wild Card spot, claimed the outfielder off waivers from the Mets on Monday, The Post’s Joel Sherman confirmed. New York had placed the 29-year-old on waivers over the weekend, giving interested teams a 4

The New York Mets were major sellers at the 2026 MLB trade deadline, as their attempt to trade away some of their veterans, like Freddy Peralta, Tyrone Taylor, Clay Holmes, and Luke Weaver.But one player they didn't wind up trading, despite their best efforts to do so, was outfielder Luis Robert Jr. He wasn't playing g

Robert’s recent offensive production and his athleticism are reminders of why the Mets acquired him in the offseason.

Robert is owed nearly $5 million on his contract, which may be more than a playoff contender is willing to pay.