Versatile Mets prospect Luisangel Acuña left Saturday's spring training game after getting plunked in the second inning.

New York Mets prospect Luisangel Acuna left Saturday's spring training game against the Tampa Bay Rays after being hit on the arm by a Shane McClanahan pitch. Anthony DiComo of MLB.com had the information on social media: That's certainly noteworthy,

There is at least some hope that Jose Siri can develop into a stronger hitter for the Mets — some of the evidence showing up this spring.

Acuña was hit by a pitch in New York's game against the Tampa Bay Rays on Saturday, and was forced to exit the game. On Sunday, Mendoza announced an injury update on the 22-year-old infielder.

Cheer on the Yankees at Steinbrenner Field. Credit: Randee Daddona

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The Sporting News has everything that you need to know about Yankees vs. Rays, including TV and live stream information for Friday's Spring Training opener. Yankees vs. Rays will air live nationally on MLB Network. Viewers in the Yankees' local market can watch the game on YES Network.

Most notably, the New York Mets — who surprised the world in 2024 and advanced to the NLCS after a dismal 28-37 start — are taking the field at their home Port St. Lucie Clover Park with $765 million signee Juan Soto as well as new starting pitchers Clay Holmes and Griffin Canning.