LF,CF - Tampa Bay Rays IL60
- Age 26
- Oregon State
- Bats: L
- Throws: L
Next Game
- Rank
- N/A
Eligibility
- Yahoo
- LF,CF
- ESPN
- LF,CF
- CBS
- CF
Availability
The Rays recalled Jacob Melton from Triple-A and placed him on the 60-day injured list.
Fantasy Impact
Melton's season will be over with a right hamstring strain.
Rays OF prospect Jacob Melton is dealing with right hamstring tightness.
Fantasy Impact
Melton was pulled from Saturday's game with the injury. It is unclear if it will require a stint on the IL.
Jacob Melton suffered a lower leg injury in Wednesday’s game for Triple-A Durham.
Fantasy Impact
Melton was able to walk off the field under his own power. There should be an update on his status when he is further evaluated.
Melton (thumb) is dealing with minor soreness in his left thumb and was held out of Thursday's Grapefruit League matchup with Boston. He is 2-for-9 with one home run, one walk and five strikeouts across four spring appearances.
Fantasy Impact
Homer Bush will take Melton's spot in Thursday's starting lineup. Melton is competing for a position on Tampa Bay's Opening Day roster.
The Rays acquired OF Jacob Melton from the Astros in a three-team trade.
Fantasy Impact
Melton made his MLB debut this past season, while also hitting .286 in Triple-A. He will enter spring training competing for an immediate role in the outfield for Tampa Bay.
