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Luis Robert goes to the top of the order for White Sox and looks right at home He went 4-for-6, hit an opposite-field homer, doubled twice, scored and drove in a pair of runs in an 11-4 White Sox victory.

AUGUST 2, 2020 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Angels recover after giving up late lead, beat Astros in 10

AUGUST 2, 2020 • Associated Press

Gio Gonzalez helps pitch White Sox to 11-5 rout of Royals

Gio Gonzalez made his first start for the Chicago White Sox more than 16 years after drafting him, and the left-hander responded by holding Kansas City scoreless into the fourth in...

AUGUST 2, 2020 • Associated Press

Excels from leadoff spot Robert went 4-for-6 with a home run, two doubles, two runs scored and two RBI during Saturday's 11-5 win at Kansas City.

Impact The rookie center fielder moved up to the leadoff spot for Saturday's contest with Tim Anderson (groin) moving to the injured list, and he immediately staked his claim to the top of the batting order. Robert has been electric through his first eight major-league games, going 12-for-33 with two home runs, two doubles, five runs, six RBI and one stolen base.

AUGUST 2, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Moves up to leadoff spot Robert will lead off for the White Sox against the Royals on Saturday.

Impact Robert hit no higher than sixth in the first seven games of his big-league career but will jump up to the top of the order in the absence of Tim Anderson (groin). It's not yet clear when Anderson is expected to return from the injured list, but Robert should have a shot to claim the role for at least the next 10 days.

AUGUST 1, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Engel, Keuchel lead White Sox to 3-2 victory over Royals

Adam Engel hit a three-run homer in the second inning, and that was all the offense the Chicago White Sox needed in a 3-2 win over Kansas City that spoiled the Royals’ home opener

AUGUST 1, 2020 • Associated Press

Chicago White Sox: Luis Robert leads team into Kansas City Luis Robert leads the Chicago White Sox into Kansas City to play the Royals. The Chicago White Sox didn't have the best start they could hav...

JULY 31, 2020 • SOUTHSIDESHOWDOWN.COM

Here's why Robert is already a Statcast stud and their newest star is a big reason

JULY 30, 2020 • MLB.COM

Nationals beat Blue Jays 4-0 in 10 in road game at home

JULY 30, 2020 • Associated Press

White Sox score late, top Indians 4-0 after Plesac fans 11

Yasmani Grandal and Eloy Jiménez hit sacrifice flies and Chicago scored four runs in the ninth inning _ three charged to ineffective Cleveland closer Brad Hand _ to give the White...

JULY 30, 2020 • Associated Press

Knocks in two Robert went 1-for-4 with two RBI and a stolen base Wednesday against Cleveland.

Impact Robert was held hitless until the bottom of the ninth inning when he knocked in two with a timely single. He then advanced to second base, recording his stolen bag of the campaign. Robert has looked the part of his top prospect pedigree early on this season, reaching base nine times in his first 24 plate appearances.

JULY 29, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

White Sox rookie Luis Robert sparks comparisons to ‘The Bad News Bears’ ball hog Kelly Leak Is Chicago White Sox rookie Luis Robert a ball hog like Kelly Leak in "The Bad News Bears"? That's what Cleveland Indians TV and radio annou...

JULY 29, 2020 • CHICAGOTRIBUNE.COM

Extends hit streak Robert went 3-for-8 in Tuesday's doubleheader against Cleveland.

Impact Robert has been impressive in the start to his MLB career, hitting safely in all five contests to open the 2020 season. He's 7-for-19 with a walk and a home run while batting seventh in the order. There are no plans to move him up in the order, per Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times. Manager Rick Renteria would like to keep top-of-the-order pressure off the rookie.

JULY 29, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Santana homers as Indians complete sweep, 5-3 over White Sox

Carlos Santana hit a three-run homer and Oscar Mercado had a two-run single as the Cleveland Indians beat the Chicago White Sox 5-3 to complete a doubleheader sweep

JULY 28, 2020 • Associated Press

Chicago White Sox: Get your Luis Robert ‘La Pantera’ shirt now The Chicago White Sox have a stud rookie in Luis Robert. And his nickname is AWESOME. Get your t-shirt now and tell everyone who you're root...

JULY 27, 2020 • SOUTHSIDESHOWDOWN.COM

4 takeaways from the White Sox-Twins series, including plenty of firsts for Luis Robert and a large hurdle remaining in the AL Central The Chicago White Sox and Minnesota Twins showcased their power in the three-game series, with a combined 14 home runs (seven apiece).

JULY 27, 2020 • CHICAGOTRIBUNE.COM

Astros lose 7-6 to Mariners, announce Verlander injury

JULY 26, 2020 • Associated Press

Launches first career homer Robert went 1-for-3 with a two-run homer and a walk in Sunday's loss to Minnesota.

Impact Robert has lived up to his uber-prospect hype after his first big-league series. While the White Sox were never really competitive in Sunday's 14-2 loss to Minnesota, the 22-year-old outfielder's shot to dead center was encouraging. With hits in all three games of his young MLB career to date, Robert owns a .364 average and an OPS over 1.100.

JULY 26, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Cruz homers twice and Twins beat White Sox 14-2

Jake Cave hit a grand slam, Nelson Cruz homered twice and Kenta Maeda was strong in his debut with his new team, helping the Minnesota Twins beat the Chicago White Sox 14-2

JULY 26, 2020 • Associated Press

White Sox phenom Luis Robert smacks FIRST career home run!

JULY 26, 2020 • YOUTUBE

White Sox phenom Robert rockets 1st HR Luis Robert, the White Sox top prospect and No. 3 overall in baseball, hit his first MLB home run on Sunday against the Twins at Guaranteed...

JULY 26, 2020 • MLB.COM

Picks up from last year Anderson batted leadoff and went 2-for-5 with two runs scored in Friday's 10-5 loss to the Twins.

Impact Anderson, who won the American League batting title in 2019, was back at it to start 2020. He's expected to remain up in the order, although there is a chance manager Rick Renteria eventually moves Luis Robert, a leadoff hitter in the minors, atop the order once the rookie acclimates to MLB pitching.

JULY 25, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Robert posts impressive numbers in debut Luis Robert didn't let the big stage of his Major League debut affect his proclivity to absolutely wow us with his power. In his first big l...

JULY 25, 2020 • MLB.COM

Kepler hits 2 HR, Twins power past White Sox 10-5 in opener

Max Kepler homered against White Sox ace Lucas Giolito in his first two at-bats and the Minnesota Twins beat Chicago 10-5 in the clubs’ first game of a 60-game season shortened by...

JULY 25, 2020 • Associated Press

‘He’s got a chance to be pretty special’: Top White Sox prospect Luis Robert arrives with plenty of confidence — and great expectations Luis Robert, the top prospect in the White Sox organization and No. 3 in all of baseball, made his major-league debut Friday night against t...

JULY 25, 2020 • CHICAGOTRIBUNE.COM

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