Troy Melton Scratched from Start with Back Tightness

Detroit Tigers pitcher Troy Melton was scratched from his scheduled Monday start against the Houston Astros due to lower-back tightness. While the team is currently monitoring his condition to determine the severity of the issue, Melton has expressed optimism about avoiding a stint on the 15-day injured list. Further updates regarding his recovery timeline and potential availability for future appearances are expected as the Tigers continue to evaluate his status.