Clint Robinson (baseball)

Clinton "Clint" Michael Robinson (born February 16, 1985 in Jefferson City, Missouri) is a minor league first basemen who was selected by the Kansas City Royals in the 25th round (756th overall) of the 2007 Major League Baseball Draft. He currently plays with the Northwest Arkansas Naturals, the Double-A affiliate of the Kansas City Royals.

Early career

A standout at Northview High School in Dothan, Alabama, Clint Robinson decided to play college baseball at Troy University. During his time at Troy he set team records for games played, at-bats, runs scored, hits, total bases, and hit-by-pitches. After a promising Junior season cut short by an injury in 2006, Robinson went on to lead his team in 7 statistical categories as a Senior. That 2007 season he hit .364 with 1.110 OPS, 17 HR, and a .973 fielding percentage.

Professional career

In his first season with the Royals organization in 2007, Robinson emerged as a leader with the Idaho Falls, earning Pioneer League MVP, Postseason All-Star, and Idaho Falls Player of the Year honors. After a productive 2008 season with Class-A Burlington, Robinson went on to have great year in High-A with Wilmington, finishing 2nd for the Carolina League Batting Title. Also that year, Robinson took home the 2009 Mike Sweeney Award, which is awarded to the player that best represents the Royals organization both on and off the field.

As of July 15, 2010, he is in the top three of all Texas League players in almost every offensive statistical category. After a franchise record 21 game hitting streak and earning Texas League All-Star and Player of the Month (June, 2010) honors, Robinson is considered a likely candidate for the 2010 Texas League MVP.

He was formerly represented by Darren Heitner of Dynasty Athlete Representation.

Awards and honors

• 2010 Texas League Triple Crown Winner^[1][2][3]
• Texas League Player of the Week three times.^[2]
• Texas League Player of the Month twice.^[2]
• Selected to the Mid-Season All-Star Team and Post-Season All-Star Team.^[2]
• Named Northwest Arkansas Naturals Player of the Year.^[2]
• Named Northwest Arkansas Naturals Unsung Hero in 2010.^[2]
• 2009 Mike Sweeney Award^[4][2]

References

1. ^ "Clint Robinson Wins Texas League Triple Crown". Kings of Kauffman. http://kingsofkauffman.com/2010/09/08/clint-robinson-wins-texas-league-triple-crown/. Retrieved 10 December 2010. 
2. ^ ^{a b c d e f g} Heitner, Darren. "Making A Case For Clint Robinson". Sports Agent Blog. http://www.sportsagentblog.com/2010/09/07/making-a-case-for-clint-robinson/. Retrieved 10 December 2010. 
3. ^ Zuba, Samuel. "Triple Crown seals Robinson's great year". mlb.com. http://kansascity.royals.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20100909&content_id=14482072&vkey=news_kc&fext=.jsp&c_id=kc. Retrieved 10 December 2010. 
4. ^ "Royals’ annual award ceremony set for tonight". The Kansas City Star. http://www.kansascity.com/2010/01/13/1682386_royals-annual-award-ceremony-set.html. Retrieved 10 December 2010. 

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