Out of Illinois, the Detroit Tigers drafted Robinson in the third round (90th overall) of the 2005 MLB draft. He was named the Tigers' best defensive catcher.
He signed as a minor league free agent with the Texas Rangers before the 2012 season, receiving an invitation to spring training. He was released on March 30.
Baltimore Orioles
On April 3, Robinson signed a minor league deal with the Baltimore Orioles and was assigned to the Triple-A Norfolk.[4]
Robinson started the 2013 season with Norfolk.
San Diego Padres
He was traded to the San Diego Padres on June 20, and assigned to the Triple-A Tucson Padres.[5] On August 15, 2013, Robinson had his contract selected by the Padres to replace Nick Hundley who had been placed on the paternity list.[6] Robinson was optioned back to Tucson on August 17 without appearing in a game when Hundley returned. He was recalled on September 1 when rosters expanded.[7] On September 25, Robinson hit a pinch-hit three-run home run in the eight inning to record both his first major league hit and home run.[8] He was designated for assignment on September 30.[9]
Robinson was presented with a special recognition award by the Major League Baseball Players Association at the Baseball Canada National Teams Award Banquet in January, 2014.
Retired
He retired from professional baseball in the 2014 off-season and became a full-time coach at Centerfield Sports and with the Great Lake Canadians in London, Ontario.[10]