Manager Tony La Russa is hopeful that Robert (groin) will return to the lineup Friday against the Angels, Vinnie Duber of NBC Sports Chicago reports.

EDGE Analysis

Robert is out of the lineup for a sixth consecutive matchup Thursday against the Royals, but he participated in pregame warmups and looked good. The White Sox have remained insistent that Robert is day-to-day, and he seems to be trending toward a Friday return.