MJ Melendez is not in the Royals lineup on Thursday against the Tigers.

Fantasy Impact

Melendez went hitless in Wednesday's loss against the Yankees. Drew Waters slides over to left field for Thursday's series opener.

MJ Melendez went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in the Royals’ 4-2 loss to the Yankees on Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact

Melendez notched just his fourth hit of the season, improving his average to .093 across 43 at-bats. The homer was a welcome sign, but his profile remains risky due to the extreme contact issues. He’s a deep-league flier only unless he shows significant improvement.

MJ Melendez is in the Royals lineup on Tuesday against the Yankees.

Fantasy Impact

Melendez got the day off in Monday's series opener. He is back in left field and batting seventh in the lineup.

MJ Melendez is out of the starting lineup for the Royals Monday.

Fantasy Impact

Melendez will head to the bench for the series opener with the Yankees. Drew Waters will cover left field and bat eighth.

MJ Melendez is in the starting lineup for the Royals against the Guardians.

Fantasy Impact

Hitting eighth on Saturday against RHP Luis L. Ortiz, the left-handed Melendez starts in right field, covering the gaps for the Royals’ outfield.