Mets’ Mark Vientos performs well at first base — but still remains hitless

Takeaways from the Mets’ training camp on Thursday:

Laser show

Ronny Mauricio, whose first major league hit was clocked at 117 mph in 2023, drilled a 111-mph single to center in the fourth inning as he tries to show enough offense, as well as defensive versatility, to stick around.

First things first

Mark Vientos is 0-for-10 on the spring after going hitless again Thursday, but he made a pair of solid plays at first base.

He’s expected to be at third base when he leaves to play for Team Nicaragua in the WBC.

Caught my eye

Houston right-hander Tatsuya Imai, who was one of the more high-profile signings of the offseason, got drilled with a comebacker from Marcus Semien to lead off the game. Imai stayed in the game and pitched a scoreless first inning before departing.

Friday’s schedule

Two of the Mets’ biggest acquisitions to their pitching staff will make their debuts in Jupiter, Fla., against the Cardinals, with Freddy Peralta starting and Devin Williams out of the bullpen. Game time is 1:05 p.m.