The New York Yankees’ spring training began with bold ideas and big possibilities. The search for a new second baseman after Gleyber Torres signed with the Detroit Tigers led to speculation about a blockbuster trade—one that would have sent their top two pitching prospects to the Minnesota Twins in exchange for three-time All-Star Carlos Correa.

Access the Yankees beat like never before Join Post Sports+ for exciting subscriber-only features, including real-time texting with Greg Joyce about the inside buzz on the Yankees from spring training Try it free TAMPA — Chase Hampton found the silver lining of what could have been a crushing diagnosis: It was a diagnosis with no wiggle room.

Hampton’s injuries limited him to seven starts in 2024. He recorded a 2.41 ERA between Rookie Ball, Single-A and Double-A.

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — New York Yankees pitching prospect Chase Hampton had Tommy John surgery Friday to repair his right elbow. Manager Aaron Boone announced the development after Friday’s exhibition season opener.

Yankees pitching prospect Chase Hampton has a flexor injury in his right elbow for the second straight year, raising the possibility he may need Tommy John surgery.

Aaron Boone said the Yankees pitching prospect complained about “elbow stuff” after throwing a bullpen on Friday.

For the second straight spring, the Yankees’ top pitching prospect has a flexor strain, but this one might have some longer-lasting damage.

A New York Yankees pitching prospect has been showcasing elite stuff in spring training as he makes a play for a future roster spot.

The New York Yankees soundly defeated the St. Louis Cardinals 7-0 in Wednesday’s exhibition matchup, led by pitching prospect Will Warren. The 25 year-old threw 3 perfect innings, striking out four and picking up the win.