Jacob Melton headshot

Jacob Melton News: Getting regular run in center field

Written by RotoWire Staff

Updated on August 17, 2025 at 12:21pm

Melton will start in center field and bat eighth in Sunday's game against the Orioles, Brian McTaggart of MLB.com reports.

Melton will stick in the starting nine for the fourth time in five games. Though he may have the opportunity to handle a strong-side platoon role in center field until Jake Meyers (calf) returns from the injured list, Melton is slashing just .200/.250/.244 with a 39.6 percent strikeout rate over his first 48 big-league plate appearances.

Win Your League With RotoWire!
Unlock our premium fantasy baseball tools
Sign Up Now