Robinson got the start in left field on Sunday, going 3-for-5 with a double and a run scored. The big performance came just in the nick of time, as Jayson Werth (shoulder) was activated from the DL on Monday and will likely assume starting left field duties right away. Robinson's bench spot is secure thanks to his ability to hit left-handed, but don't expect him to see much more than the occasional pinch-hitting appearance going forward.

Robinson has made Washington's 25-man roster, the Washington Post reports. Robinson will serve a utility role and may not be on the roster long with Denard Span (abdomen), Anthony Rendon (knee) and Jayson Werth (shoulder) possibly returning in a few weeks or less.

Robinson is battling Mike Carp for the final spot on the Nationals' bench, the Washington Post reports. Robinson has been the far better hitter this spring, but Carp is the more experienced big league player. Whoever wins the job will have limited fantasy value as a left-handed pinch-hitter, and would be on the 25-man roster only until injured players like Anthony Rendon (knee) and Jayson Werth (shoulder) get healthy.

Robinson has signed a minor league deal with the Nationals that includes an invite to spring training. Robinson played in nine games for the Dodgers last season, but spent most of the season at Triple-A. He finished the Triple-A season with a .312/.401/.534 batting line with 18 home runs and 80 RBI, and will look to make a strong showing in spring training to nab a bench spot with the Nationals.

Dodgers sent 1B Clint Robinson outright to Triple-A Albuquerque. Robinson was designated for assignment last week, but he's cleared waivers and will remain in the organization. He played sparingly during his two weeks with the big club, collecting three hits in nine at-bats.

Dodgers optioned 1B Clint Robinson to Triple-A Albuquerque. Robinson played sparingly during his two weeks with the big club, collecting three hits in nine at-bats. Carl Crawford was brought back from the DL to take his spot on the roster.

Dodgers purchased the contract of 1B Clint Robinson from Triple-A Albuquerque. Robinson has hit .309/.402/.523 with 14 home runs and 56 RBI in 77 games this season at the Triple-A level. The 29-year-old will act as a bench bat for the Dodgers.

Dodgers signed 1B Clint Robinson to a minor league contract. The 28-year-old appeared in 111 games between Double-A New Hampshire and Triple-A Buffalo in 2013, slashing .254/.353/.421 with 13 homers and 55 RBI. He'll function merely as organizational depth for the Dodgers.

Blue Jays sent 1B Clint Robinson outright to Double-A New Hampshire. Robinson cleared waivers after being designated for assignment earlier this week. The 28-year-old was batting .270/.381/.404 with four home runs, 22 RBI and a .785 OPS through 47 games in Triple-A this season. The Jays will be happy to keep him around as organizational depth.

Blue Jays sent 1B Clint Robinson outright to Double-A New Hampshire. Robinson had been designated for assignment but cleared waivers and will remain in the organization. He's batted .270/.381/.404 with four home runs, 22 RBI and a .785 OPS through 47 games in Triple-A this season.