Juan Soto hits another home run while the Yankees lose to the Tigers in a spring training game.

Juan Soto hit another home run, but the Yankees suffered a 7-2 defeat against the Detroit Tigers in spring training action on Sunday.

Here are some key points:
– Alex Verdugo was initially slated to bat sixth and play left field but was scratched from the lineup due to a left hip contusion sustained from being hit by a pitch on Saturday. Brandon Lockridge took his place in the lineup.
– Soto continues to impress in his debut spring with the Yankees. He smashed his third home run of the exhibition schedule in the bottom of the first inning, adding to his hit tally later in the game.
– Nestor Cortes delivered a strong performance on the mound, apart from surrendering a solo home run to Andy Ibanez in the first inning. Cortes allowed just one hit and struck out three over 4.0 innings, bouncing back from a tough outing against Minnesota.
– The Yankees’ lineup featured DJ LeMahieu, Soto, Aaron Judge, Anthony Rizzo, and Giancarlo Stanton in the top five spots, potentially mirroring their Opening Day order. This group combined for a 3-for-13 performance with two walks, with two hits coming from Soto.
– However, the pitching staff behind Cortes struggled, particularly Ron Marinaccio, who was charged with four earned runs without recording an out. Overall, Yankees relievers conceded six earned runs.
– Highly anticipated prospect Spencer Jones made an appearance in center field but went hitless in two at-bats, striking out twice.