Shane Robinson
RF FA
Tue 7/5/16 11:01 PM

Robinson suffered a sprained ankle in Tuesday's game against the Rays, Pedro Moura of the Los Angeles Times reports.
EDGE Analysis
The Angels are unsure yet if Robinson will require a stint on the DL, but they will nevertheless likely recall an outfielder from Triple-A on Wednesday, as Daniel Nava (patellar tendinitis) is also ailing. Robinson hasn't hit for average (.210) or offered any power (.258 SLG) or done much on the bases (two steals), so he can be left alone in most formats.

Shane Robinson
RF FA
Mon 6/13/16 7:21 PM

Robinson is in the lineup for Monday's matchup with the Twins.
EDGE Analysis
Robinson will bat ninth in the order and man center field. Mike Trout normally handles center duties, but suffered a bruised right thumb Sunday. He will instead be used as a DH Monday. If the Angels choose to play it cautious with Trout and leave him at DH for the short term, Robinson could potentially grab a few more starts in center.

Shane Robinson
RF FA
Sun 6/5/16 2:44 AM

Robinson went 1-for-3 with a solo homer, walk and two runs scored in Saturday's 8-7 loss to the Pirates.
EDGE Analysis
The 31-year-old was productive for the second straight start, as he followed up a two-hit day on Friday with his first homer of the season. Robinson entered June hitting only .190, but has already boosted it 51 points due tho his production over the last two contests. He won't offer much in the power department, but could serve as an occasional productive punt play in daily leagues when he logs starts in Rafael Ortega's stead.

Shane Robinson
RF FA
Wed 5/18/16 5:56 PM

Robinson is not in the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Dodgers, Eric Stephen of SB Nation reports.
EDGE Analysis
Robinson expects to be called upon more now that Daniel Nava (groin) is back on the disabled list, but it seems like the Angels will go with a platoon with Rafael Ortega and him. With right-hander Mike Bolsinger taking the ball for the Dodgers on Wednesday, Ortega will hop into the starting lineup in left field instead of Robinson.

Shane Robinson
RF FA
Sun 5/1/16 12:19 PM

Robinson's contract was purchased from Triple-A Salt Lake ahead of Sunday's game against the Rangers, Jeff Fletcher of the Orange County Register reports.
EDGE Analysis
It's not yet known what roster move the Angels will make to create a spot for Robinson, but the 31-year-old is in line to start in left field and bat eighth Sunday, according to Jeff Wilson of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram. Robinson, who was batting .306 with three stolen bases over 16 games at Triple-A, could push Rafael Ortega for playing time in left field while Daniel Nava (knee) and Craig Gentry (back) remain sidelined by injuries.

Shane Robinson
RF FA
Thu 3/31/16 5:21 PM

Robinson signed a minor league contract with the Angels on Thursday.
EDGE Analysis
Robinson was released by the Indians earlier this week, and it appears the Angels were intrigued by his strong spring showing at the plate. He'll join the team in their bout with the Dodgers tonight, although there's a decent chance that he'll start the season in the minors. Robinson could find his way to Anaheim fairly soon if an injury strikes, though, as the Angels are fairly thin in the outfield.

Shane Robinson
RF FA
Thu 11/19/15 1:20 PM

Robinson is expected to sign a minor-league contract with the Indians, Mike Berardino of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.
EDGE Analysis
The Indians are in need of outfield help after Michael Brantley underwent arthroscopic surgery on his right shoulder two weeks ago, so Robinson could provide some depth in case Brantley's rehab extends into the beginning of the regular season. His poor .237/.302/.313 career slash line likely indicate the 31-year-old won't provide much fantasy production, but he will likely have an opportunity to make the Opening Day roster if he plays well during spring training.

Shane Robinson
RF FA
Fri 10/23/15 11:35 AM

Robinson will elect to become a free agent, Mike Berardino of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.
EDGE Analysis
Robinson was outrighted from the 40-man roster Wednesday and had the option to accept free agency if he so chose. Robinson served as a utility outfielder throughout much of the season for the Twins, so there might be at least a little bit of interest on the market for the 30-year-old. He will likely be on some team's spring training roster come 2016.

Shane Robinson
RF FA
Wed 10/21/15 4:59 PM

Robinson was outrighted from the 40-man roster, Rhett Bollinger of MLB.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
Robinson recorded 180 at-bats with the Twins this season, but just nine of those came in the months of September and October as Minnesota seemed to shy away from the 30-year-old towards the end of the season. The career .237 hitter will now have the option to become a free agent or choose to accept his assignment to Triple-A Rochester.

Shane Robinson
RF FA
Thu 9/17/15 4:57 PM

Robinson (personal) logged an at-bat in Wednesday's game against Detroit.
EDGE Analysis
Robinson was away from the team for a few days, beginning last Thursday, and the Twins did not provide an update on his status. However, he appeared as a pinch hitter Wednesday, so it looks as though he'll be available going forward.