Houston Astros outfield prospect Jacob Melton's right ankle injury could sideline him until at least mid-July, general manager Dana Brown told the team's pregame radio show Sunday. Melton suffered a right ankle sprain Friday and was placed on the 10-day injured list Saturday.

Jacob Melton was making a strong first impression on Astros manager Joe Espada and his teammates in his first taste of the Major Leagues, including a single and a triple in his first two at-bats in Friday’s 10-3 win over the Twins.

Astros Announce Jacob Melton News After Leaving Twins Game originally appeared on Athlon Sports. It's not easy for rookies to thrive in the big leagues, and Houston Astros outfielder Jacob Melton is learning that the hard way. The 24-year-old entered Friday's game against the Minnesota Twins, slashing .185/.241/.185 with three RBI over 10 contests.