Mets’ Luis Robert Jr. still could go on injured list despite off-days
New York Mets outfielder Luis Robert Jr. missed Tuesday's game due to lower back tightness and remains under daily evaluation, with a potential trip to the injured list still possible despite recent off-days. Manager Carlos Mendoza emphasized the team is being cautious given Robert's injury history, limiting him to pinch-hit appearances when available. The Mets are navigating both health concerns and managerial pressure, as Mendoza acknowledged the recent firings of other MLB managers while focusing on team performance.
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MLB New York Mets Mets’ Luis Robert Jr. still could go on injured list despite off-days By Mike Puma Published April 29, 2026, 2:38 a.m. ET The extra precautions the Mets are taking with Luis Robert Jr. might not be enough. Robert, following the team’s scheduled day off, was absent from the starting lineup in the Mets’ 8-0 win over the Nationals, and manager Carlos Mendoza revealed the outfielder is dealing with lower back tightness. Access the Mets beat like never before Join Post Sports+ for exciting subscriber-only features, including real-time texting with Mike Puma about the inside buzz on the Mets. Try it free Robert will be evaluated daily, but Mendoza indicated the injured list is a possibility.
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