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Robinson Cancel Promoted to Hartford Yard Goats

By Spokane Indians
February 3, 2026

After a memorable run with the Spokane Indians—including a Northwest League title in 2024—Robinson Cancel is on his way to Hartford. The 49-year-old was announced today as the new manager for Yard Goats (Double-A Eastern League) after three years at the helm in Spokane. "It's been a honor to serve

After a memorable run with the Spokane Indians—including a Northwest League title in 2024—Robinson Cancel is on his way to Hartford. The 49-year-old was announced today as the new manager for Yard Goats (Double-A Eastern League) after three years at the helm in Spokane.

"It's been a honor to serve as Spokane's manager the past three seasons," said Cancel. "My family and I loved our time in the Northwest, and I'm so proud of all we were able to accomplish; especially the championship run in 2024. The Indians will always have a special place in my heart. Let's #GoSpo!"

Cancel posted a 199-192 record with Spokane and helped to produce a dozen big league players including Jordan Beck, Chase Dollander, and Kyle Karros. Under his steady guidance, the 2024 Indians captured both the first and second half Northwest League titles before defeating Vancouver in four games for the team's first championship since 2008. Overall, Cancel has recorded a 546-496 (.524) mark in nine seasons as an MiLB manager.

“We are delighted to welcome Robinson to Hartford and our Yard Goats family,” said Yard Goats general manager Mike Abramson. “Robinson has an excellent track record of winning and development, and we are excited to watch him and his coaches guide our club in 2026.”

Originally a 16th-round pick of the Milwaukee Brewer in 1994, Cancel played parts of four Major League seasons with Milwaukee (1999), New York-NL (2008-09) and Houston (2011) before beginning his managerial career with the Gulf Coast League Braves in 2015.

Spokane is expected to expected its coaching staff in the coming weeks.

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The Spokane Indians are the High-A affiliate of the Colorado Rockies located in Spokane Valley, Wash. The Indians have played at Avista Stadium, home to the MultiCare Kids Bench Seat, since 1958 and have been a proud member of the Spokane community since 1903. Single game tickets for the 2026 season are available now at spokaneindians.com. Parking at all Spokane Indians games is FREE. The Spokane Indians Front Office and Team Store are open Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.