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Josh VanMeter blasts first homer of spring in Yankees’ loss

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Published March 10, 2024, 6:32 a.m. ET

Noteworthy items from the Yankees’ Grapefruit League action on Saturday:  

He’s not Josh-ing

Josh VanMeter, a non-roster infielder trying to make the club, blasted his first home run of the spring 348 feet to right field off Jorge Alcalá.

Josh VanMeter, who also homered, throws out Royce Lewis to end the second inning in the Yankees' 10-7 exhibition loss to the Twins.
Josh VanMeter, who also homered, throws out Royce Lewis to end the second inning in the Yankees’ 10-7 exhibition loss to the Twins. AP

Broke the seal

Oddanier Mosqueda, a 24-year-old lefty who has been solid in camp, allowed his first run in his fifth spring inning. Two of the three hits he allowed against the Twins, though, were grounded singles that found holes.

Caught my eye

On a windy and sunny afternoon that continually frustrated fielders, Anthony Volpe tracked a pop-up onto the grass behind second base and made a last-second dive and catch for a fifth-inning out.

Sunday’s schedule

Clarke Schmidt will get the start when the Yankees host the Braves in Tampa.