Herrera was eased into spring training following offseason elbow surgery and has since been dealing with knee inflammation, keeping him out of Grapefruit League action for nearly two weeks. He'll catch a bullpen session Tuesday before returning to the lineup Wednesday against the Astros, where he's expected to catch three innings.
Fantasy Impact: Herrera is projected to open the season as St. Louis' primary designated hitter but is also expected to see time behind the plate.
Category: Injury Updates
Melendez signed a one-year, $1.5 million deal with New York in February after the Royals non-tendered him to open the offseason. He went 4-for-11 with two home runs in four spring games with the Mets but struggled at the World Baseball Classic with Team Puerto Rico, going 0-for-4 with two walks and two strikeouts. (Source: New York Mets)
Fantasy Impact: With Juan Soto, Luis Robert, Carson Benge, and Tyrone Taylor occupying the top four outfield spots, Melendez was optioned to Triple-A Syracuse Tuesday and figures to be a depth option for the Mets later in the season.
Category: Transactions
