Nick Robertson (baseball)
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
| Nick Robertson | |
|---|---|
_(cropped).jpg) Robertson with the Omaha Storm Chasers in 2025 | |
| Los Angeles Dodgers | |
| Pitcher | |
| Born: (1998-07-16) July 16, 1998 (age 27) Roanoke, Virginia, U.S. | |
Bats: Right Throws: Right | |
| MLB debut | |
| June 7, 2023, for the Los Angeles Dodgers | |
| MLB statistics (through 2024 season) | |
| Win–loss record | 0–1 |
| Earned run average | 5.30 |
| Strikeouts | 40 |
Stats at Baseball Reference  | |
| Teams | |
Nicholas Parker Robertson (born July 16, 1998) is an American professional baseball pitcher in the Los Angeles Dodgers organization. He has previously played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the Dodgers, Boston Red Sox, St. Louis Cardinals, and Toronto Blue Jays.
Amateur
Robertson attended Franklin County High School in Rocky Mount, Virginia, and James Madison University, where he played college baseball for the James Madison Dukes.
Los Angeles Dodgers
The Los Angeles Dodgers selected Robertson in the 7th round, with the 221st overall selection, of the 2019 Major League Baseball draft.[1] Robertson spent his first professional season with the rookie-level Arizona League Dodgers and Ogden Raptors. He did not play in a game in 2020 due to the cancellation of the minor league season because of the COVID-19 pandemic.[2]
In 2021, Robertson was invited to spring training by the Dodgers.[3][4] He played the 2021 season with the Double-A Tulsa Drillers,[5] where he was 2–4 with a 4.30 earned run average (ERA) in 39 games while striking out 63 in 58+2⁄3 innings.[6] In 2022, he pitched in 44 games for Tulsa and nine for the Triple-A Oklahoma City Dodgers, with a combined 4.43 ERA.[6]
He began the 2023 season with Oklahoma City, making 24 appearances and logging a 2.13 ERA with 37 strikeouts and seven saves in 25+1⁄3 innings pitched.[7] On June 6, 2023, Robertson was selected to the 40-man roster and promoted to the major leagues for the first time.[8] He made his major league debut against the Cincinnati Reds on June 7, pitching two scoreless innings with three strikeouts. His first MLB strikeout was of Elly De La Cruz.[9] He pitched 10+1⁄3 innings over nine games, allowing seven earned runs for a 6.10 ERA.[10]
Boston Red Sox
On July 25, 2023, the Dodgers traded Robertson and Justin Hagenman to the Boston Red Sox for Kiké Hernández.[11] He was activated by Boston on August 6, and optioned to the Triple-A Worcester Red Sox on August 9.[12] He was later recalled to Boston twice during September.[13]
St. Louis Cardinals
On December 8, 2023, Robertson was traded to the St. Louis Cardinals, along with Victor Santos, in exchange for Tyler O'Neill.[14] He was optioned to the Triple-A Memphis Redbirds to begin the 2024 season.[15] In 8 games for St. Louis, Robertson posted a 4.38 ERA with 14 strikeouts over 12+1⁄3 innings pitched. He was designated for assignment by the Cardinals on August 11, 2024.[16]
Los Angeles Angels
On August 13, 2024, Robertson was claimed off waivers by the Los Angeles Angels.[17] In 10 games for the Triple–A Salt Lake Bees, he struggled to a 6.92 ERA with 17 strikeouts over 13 innings. Robertson was designated for assignment by the Angels on September 15.[18]
Toronto Blue Jays
On September 17, 2024, Robertson was claimed off waivers by the Toronto Blue Jays.[19] He made one appearance for Toronto, tossing a scoreless frame against the Miami Marlins.
Robertson was optioned to the Triple-A Buffalo Bisons to begin the 2025 season.[20] He was designated for assignment by Toronto on March 27, 2025.[21]
Houston Astros
On April 1, 2025, Robertson was traded to the Houston Astros in exchange for Edinson Batista.[22] In 31 appearances for the Triple-A Sugar Land Space Cowboys, he logged a 1–2 record and 4.68 ERA with 36 strikeouts and three saves across 32+2⁄3 innings pitched. Robertson was designated for assignment by Houston on July 25.[23] He cleared waivers and was sent outright to Triple-A Sugar Land on August 1.[24] Robertson was released by the Astros organization on August 12.[25]
Kansas City Royals
On August 12, 2025, Robertson signed a minor league contract with the Kansas City Royals organization.[26] He made nine appearances for the Triple-A Omaha Storm Chasers, logging a 1-0 record and 4.41 ERA with 14 strikeouts and one save across 16+1⁄3 innings pitched. Robertson elected free agency following the season on November 6.[27][28]
Los Angeles Dodgers (second stint)
On January 16, 2026, Robertson signed a minor league contract to return to the Dodgers.[29] He was assigned to Tulsa to begin the season.[30]
References
- ↑ MARSH, STEVEN. "Los Angeles Dodgers take Robertson in seventh round of amateur draft". The Franklin News Post.
- ↑ "2020 Minor League Baseball season cancelled". mlb.com. Retrieved June 6, 2023.
- ↑ "Dodgers invite Nick Robertson to spring training". Roanoke Times.
- ↑ News-Record, DAVID DRIVER Daily. "Robertson Prepares For Spring Training With Dodgers". Daily News-Record.
- ↑ MARSH, STEVEN. "Robertson is pitching on Tulsa time". The Franklin News Post.
- 1 2 "Nick Robertson College & Minor League Statistics". Baseball Reference. Retrieved September 21, 2021.
- ↑ "Dodgers Roster News: LA Calls Up Pitching Prospect to Bolster Bullpen for Series vs Reds". dodgersnation.com. Retrieved June 6, 2023.
- ↑ "Dodgers' Nick Robertson: Contract selected by LAD". cbssports.com. Retrieved June 6, 2023.
- ↑ "Dodgers vs Reds (June 7, 2023) Play by Play". ESPN.com. Retrieved June 7, 2023.
- ↑ "Nick Robertson stats". Baseball Reference. Retrieved July 25, 2023.
- ↑ "Kiké Hernández returning to Dodgers in trade with Red Sox". MLB.com.
- ↑ Smith, Christopher (August 9, 2023). "Red Sox to make 4 roster moves: Kyle Barraclough promoted, righty DFA'd". masslive.com. Retrieved August 9, 2023.
- ↑ "Red Sox Roster & Staff – Transactions". MLB.com. Boston Red Sox. September 2023. Retrieved September 28, 2023.
- ↑ Passan, Jeff (December 8, 2023). "Red Sox acquire Tyler O'Neill, send two pitchers to Cardinals". ESPN.com. Retrieved December 8, 2023.
- ↑ "Cardinals' Nick Robertson: Optioned to Memphis". cbssports.com. Retrieved March 23, 2024.
- ↑ "Cardinals Activate Riley O'Brien From 60-Day IL, DFA Nick Robertson". mlbtraderumors.com. Retrieved August 11, 2024.
- ↑ "Angels Claim Nick Robertson, Brock Burke". mlbtraderumors.com. Retrieved August 13, 2024.
- ↑ "Angels Designate Nick Robertson For Assignment". mlbtraderumors.com. Retrieved September 15, 2024.
- ↑ "Blue Jays Claim Nick Robertson". mlbtraderumors.com. Retrieved September 17, 2024.
- ↑ "Blue Jays' Nick Robertson: Optioned to Triple-A". cbssports.com. Retrieved March 18, 2025.
- ↑ "Blue Jays DFA Zach Pop, Tommy Nance, Nick Robertson". mlbtraderumors.com. Retrieved March 27, 2025.
- ↑ "Astros Acquire Nick Robertson". mlbtraderumors.com. Retrieved April 1, 2025.
- ↑ "Astros Claim Logan Davidson, Place Brandon Walter On Injured List". mlbtraderumors.com. Retrieved July 25, 2025.
- ↑ "Astros Announce Several Roster Moves". mlbtraderumors.com. Retrieved August 1, 2025.
- ↑ https://www.milb.com/transactions/2025-08-12
- ↑ Morgenstern, Leo (August 12, 2025). "Royals To Sign Nick Robertson To Minor League Deal". MLB Trade Rumors. Retrieved November 3, 2025.
- ↑ "Minor League Free Agents 2025". baseballamerica.com. Retrieved November 29, 2025.
- ↑ "Transactions". MiLB.com. November 6, 2025. Retrieved November 9, 2025.
- ↑ "Dodgers, Nick Robertson Agree To Minor League Deal". mlbtraderumors.com. Retrieved January 16, 2026.
- ↑ "Drillers Announce Initial 2026 Roster". milb.com. March 31, 2026. Retrieved April 4, 2026.
External links
- Career statistics from MLB · ESPN · Baseball Reference · Fangraphs · Baseball Reference (Minors) · Retrosheet · Baseball Almanac
