The Astros No. 17 overall pick in the 2016 MLB Draft and No. 1 prospect from 2018-'21, Whitley has dealt with multiple injuries including Tommy John surgery and a 50-game PED suspension during his 10-years with the organization. The former starter began exclusively working out of the bullpen in the minors last season, with impressive results.

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - Houston Astros reliever Forrest Whitley was placed on the 15-day injured list with a left knee sprain Sunday, the latest injury setback for the right-hander. The Astros activated reliever Kaleb Ort from the IL to replace Whitley in the bullpen ahead of their series finale against the Royals at Kauffman Stadium.

Forrest Whitley’s long-awaited return to the mound didn’t last long, as injury woes continue to plague the once-hyped Houston Astros prospect.