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Verlander is behind schedule this spring, but he has not encountered a setback, manager Joe Espada said.

Top Astros prospect tinkers with swing as he works toward the majors: Outfielder Jacob Melton, one of four minor leaguers with a 20-homer, 45-steal season in 2023, has been diligently honing his swing while working toward the majors.

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