The New York Mets played the Boston Red Sox in a nail-biter on Thursday, ultimately coming up just short in a 3-2 loss. Despite the setback, there were plenty of takeaways—some promising, some a bit worrisome—as the Mets navigate their way through Grapefruit League play.

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.

Former Red Sox All-Star Mo Vaughn admits he used human growth hormone late in his career to come back from a knee injury with the Mets.