Luis Robert Jr. Shines Against Former Team | New York Mets News

New York Mets News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 23, 2026 · 1m

Luis Robert Junior just crushed his second homer of the game, a seventh-inning blast that gave the Mets an 8-5 lead — and it came on his return to Chicago for the first time since the trade. Facing a roaring, hostile crowd, he didn’t flinch, rounding the bases with swagger. Two homers in one game? That’s elite. And with the pressure mounting, his performance proves he’s mentally tough, settling into his new role in left field. The Mets now hold a three-run cushion — can Robert Junior keep it going or will the White Sox rally? This is redemption under fire, and fans are watching every step…