The Chicago White Sox All-Star center fielder Luis Robert Jr. is facing a lengthy absence due to a hip flexor strain. According to Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times, Robert will miss anywhere between six and eight weeks while recovering.
Robert got hurt during Friday’s 10-1 loss to Kansas City Royals while rounding 1st base in the 9th inning. The White Sox placed him on a 10-Day Injured List over the weekend but didn’t disclose how much time he’ll miss.
Van Schouwen’s reports about Robert’s possible return seem to be optimistic. USA Today’s Bob Nightengale previously reported there is a concern among some members of the White Sox organization that Robert might be out for three to four months. The player already dealt with a similar injury in 2021 and was sidelined for more than three months.
Luis Robert Jr. had a breakthrough season in 2023, appearing in a career-high 145 games and finishing the campaign with a .264 batting average to go with 38 home runs and 80 RBIs. He earned his first All-Star nod while also winning a Silver Slugger Award.
So far in 2024, Robert batted .214 with two home runs and four RBIs as the White Sox opened the season with just one win and eight losses.
