TAMPA — Spencer Jones made an impressive spring debut for the Yankees, hitting a mammoth solo home run estimated at 408 feet during a 20-3 win over the Tigers, though he struck out in his other two at-bats. The 6-foot-7 slugger has been refining his mechanics and drew inspiration from players like Shohei Ohtani and teammate Aaron Judge. Judge noted that Jones’ improved swing readiness could be a game-changer for him. Additionally, pitching prospect Carlos Lagrange debuted well, showcasing his potential as a future frontline starter.
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