BREAKING: Luis Robert Jr. claimed off waivers by the Orioles

Baltimore will assume the remainder of Robert’s salary, including a potential $2 million buyout

The Mets are parting ways with OF Luis Robert Jr., as he is headed to the Orioles in a straight waiver claim, according to multiple reports.

Robert, 29, spent much of this season on the injured list with a back injury, the continuation of a multi-year pattern which has derailed his career, which has been mired by absence and underperformance for the better part of three straight seasons.

The Mets shopped Robert ahead of the August 3 trade deadline but were unable to find a taker. So, they instead decided to hold onto him, and he was able to increase his value to the tune of an .841 OPS with six home runs and 11 RBI in 75 at-bats this month, while also demonstrating versatility in both center and left field in recent weeks.

Overall, Robert has been worth 0.5 fWAR while hitting .223/.303/.399 with 10 home runs and 23 RBI in 218 plate appearances over 58 games this season. The Mets acquired Robert earlier this year in a trade that sent Luisangel Acuña to the White Sox.

The move will immediately create an opportunity for Nick Morabito, who will be recalled today ahead of rosters expanding in September. In addition, Mark Vientos—who has been out due to a broken bone in his hand—is with the Mets in St. Petersburg, Florida, and could be activated from the injured list in another roster move today.

Baltimore will be responsible for the approximate $3 million remaining on his salary for 2026, plus a $2 million buyout unless they opt to pick up his $20 million option for 2027.