Robinson Cancel is a former professional baseball player who played as a catcher in Major League Baseball (MLB) and Minor League Baseball (MiLB) for over a decade. Cancel was born on May 4, 1976, in Lajas, Puerto Rico, and began his baseball career in the minor leagues in 1994.
Cancel made his MLB debut on September 18, 1999, with the Milwaukee Brewers. He played in 10 games that season, recording two hits in 11 at-bats. Cancel then spent the next few years bouncing between the minor leagues and the majors, playing for the Brewers, the New York Mets, and the Texas Rangers.
In 2008, Cancel signed with the Washington Nationals and played in 22 games for the team that season. He then spent the next few years playing in the minor leagues for various teams, including the New York Yankees, the Philadelphia Phillies, and the Houston Astros.
Cancel's last season in professional baseball was in 2011, when he played for the Triple-A affiliate of the Astros, the Oklahoma City RedHawks. He finished his career with a .223 batting average, 2 home runs, and 22 runs batted in (RBIs) in 101 games played in the majors.
Despite not having a long and illustrious career in the majors, Cancel was known for his defensive skills as a catcher and his ability to work well with pitchers. He was also highly respected by his teammates and coaches for his work ethic and leadership qualities.
After retiring from baseball, Cancel became a coach and instructor, working with young players in Puerto Rico. He also served as a coach for the Puerto Rican national baseball team, helping them win a bronze medal in the 2019 Pan American Games.
Overall, Robinson Cancel had a solid career in professional baseball, playing for multiple teams and earning a reputation as a reliable and skilled catcher. While he may not have achieved the same level of success as some of his peers, Cancel's contributions to the sport and his dedication to coaching and mentoring young players have made him a respected figure in the baseball community.
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