Luis Robert Jr. Back in Center | New York Mets News

Luis Robert Jr. is back in the Mets lineup after a 60-day injury absence, starting in center field and batting seventh just before Monday’s game against the Brewers. The right-handed hitter, sidelined since April 30 with a lumbar disc herniation, was hitting .224 with two homers in his first 24 games before going down. Acquired from the White Sox in the offseason for Luisangel Acuña, Robert’s return comes after a solid rehab stint in the minors, where he hit .320 with homers. The Mets have missed his bat, especially against lefties, and rookie A.J. Ewing has stepped in admirably during his absence. Meanwhile, infielder Eric Wagaman was optioned to Triple-A Syracuse, and Zack Short, designated for assignment last week, was outrighted to the same affiliate. Robert’s playing time remains uncertain as the team adjusts. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/49ee54574cae92c2