The Marlins’ Volstad and Mets’ Niese sharp on mound; Florida beats New York 4-3 in 10 innings

Volstad and Niese sharp in spring debuts

PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. — The Marlins’ Chris Volstad and Mets’ Jon Niese each looked sharp in their spring mound debuts and Florida beat New York 4-3 in 10 innings.

Marlins outfield prospect Mike Stanton hit a two-run homer off Mets relief pitcher Bobby Parnell in the 10th on Friday to give the Marlins the lead.

Niese gave up a run in 2 2-3 innings and struck out five. He walked two and gave up three singles. Marlins center fielder Cameron Maybin walked, stole second and reached third on a first-inning grounder, but Niese stranded him by striking out Jorge Cantu.

Volstad struck out two in two scoreless innings. He gave up two singles and did not walk a batter.