White Sox Bench OF Luis Robert Again with Adductor Soreness

Chicago White Sox center fielder Luis Robert Jr. has been dealing with adductor soreness, causing him to miss multiple games and be out of the starting lineup for several days. Despite the injury, Robert returned as the designated hitter and continues to bat well, currently on a nine-game hitting streak with a .375 average during that span, though his overall season batting average remains low at .206. Manager Will Venable has adjusted Robert's role to DH rather than center field to manage his condition, and Robert is expected to be day-to-day following treatment for a recent forearm contusion. Meanwhile, outfielder Brooks Baldwin has been removed from the starting lineup due to poor performance, with Michael Taylor filling in. Additionally, pitcher Shane Smith is recovering from a sprained ankle and recently threw 55 pitches in a workout as the team monitors his progress. With the White Sox struggling in the AL Central and rebuilding, Robert could be a trade candidate ahead of the upcoming deadline.