Jacob Melton has Ankle Sprain
Jacob Melton (ankle) is dealing with a right-ankle sprain, according to The Athletic's Chandler Rome. It may be a pretty serious ankle sprain, but the team will put him through tests on Saturday. Melton went 2-for-2 with a triple, three RBI and a run scored before being pulled from Friday's 10-3 blowout win over the Minnesota Twins. The 24-year-old, who is ranked as Houston's No. 2 prospect per MLB Pipeline, has gotten an opportunity with Yordan Alvarez (hand) on the injured list, but he may be joining Alvarez there. His 2-for-2 game on Friday boosted his average to .241 in his first 11 games. If Melton needs to go on the injured list, which seems likely, Jose Altuve could shift back to left field more regularly. Shay Whitcomb would be another candidate to see more playing time for the Astros.
Source: The Athletic - Chandler Rome
Houston Astros rookie outfielder Source: The Athletic - Chandler Rome

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