Chicago White Sox outfielder Luis Robert Jr. reportedly has drawn attention as an intriguing trade asset before the July 31 deadline.

Mets GM Makes Trade Statement After Luis Robert Jr. Report originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The New York Mets are in position to make another NLCS run, and possibly even more if things break right. They're currently a half-game out of first place in the NL East and one game behind the Milwaukee Brewers for the NL's top Wild Card spot.

Even when he was really struggling, he was still providing value. He had a 112 wRC+ against lefties at the end of April and then had a 151 wRC+ versus southpaws in May. He has 25 steals on the year and can run the ball down in center field.