Manager Tony La Russa said Robert (wrist) experienced soreness after swinging a bat and received an injection Wednesday to address the inflammation, Vinnie Duber of AllCHGO.com reports.

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The 25-year-old is out of the lineup Wednesday against the Astros for a fifth straight game due to a left wrist sprain, but La Russa still believes the center fielder won't require a trip to the injured list. According to Scott Merkin of MLB.com, Robert isn't expected to rejoin the lineup for Thursday's series finale versus Houston, though he may be able to retake the field during the three-game set in Cleveland this weekend.