Reds signed OF Derrick Robinson to a minor league contract. The Royals non-tendered Robinson earlier this winter after he batted .268/.344/.325 with two homers, 23 stolen bases and a .668 OPS in 116 games with Triple-A Omaha. He'll be assigned to Triple-A to start 2013.

The Royals will not tender Derrick Robinson a contract. Robinson cleared waivers after being designated for assignment, but the Royals have decided to part ways with him. He batted .268/.344/.325 with two homers, 23 stolen bases and a .668 OPS in 116 games this past season with Triple-A Omaha.

Royals designated OF Derrick Robinson for assignment. Robinson, 25, batted .268/.344/.325 with two homers, 23 stolen bases and a .668 OPS in 116 games this season with Triple-A Omaha. He has good speed and plays quality defense in center field, but the Royals have decided that there are better ways to use a 40-man roster spot.

Royals recalled OF Derrick Robinson from Triple-A Omaha. Robinson hit .268/.344/.325 with two homers and 23 steals in his first taste of Triple-A this season. He doesn't appear ready to challenge for a big league roster spot soon.