MJ Melendez

MJ Melendez has signed a one-year deal with the New York Mets. The contract is worth $1.5 million with an additional $500K in incentives.

Fantasy Impact

Melendez, a former top prospect in the Royals' organization, has yet to put things together at the big league level. He has played parts of four seasons in Kansas City and has slashed .215/.297/.388 in 1,652 career plate appearances. The outfielder, who also has catching experience, was limited to 23 games last year and had just five hits in 65 plate appearances. Melendez will likely begin the year in Triple-A Syracuse, but should see time in New York at some point.

The Royals have non-tendered MJ Melendez.

Fantasy Impact

Melendez has struggled over his last two season with the Royals, including spending the bulk of the 2025 season in the minors. The left-hander will look for a new opportunity in free agency.

The Royals optioned MJ Melendez to Triple-A Omaha.

Fantasy Impact

Melendez loses his roster spot in the majors following the Royals acquisition of Mike Yastrzemski on Thursday.

The Royals are calling up MJ Melendez from Triple-A Omaha.

Fantasy Impact

Melendez is hitting .323 with six home runs in Triple-A. It is unclear what his immediate role will be.

MJ Melendez has been optioned to Triple-A Omaha.

Fantasy Impact

Melendez has struggled this season, hitting .085 with a .343 OPS in 47 at-bats. He'll head to the minors to try to get back on track as Mark Canha is activated from the IL.