Jacob Melton Returns to Rays Lineup Sunday After Thumb Injury

Jacob Melton (thumb) is back in action, starting in center field and batting second for the Tampa Bay Rays in Sunday's Grapefruit League game against Atlanta. The 25-year-old outfielder was previously scratched from Thursday's lineup due to soreness in his left thumb but has been cleared to play. Melton is competing for a spot on Tampa Bay's Opening Day roster, and his return to the lineup suggests the injury is minor. He's expected to be in the clear barring any aggravation.