Chase Hampton, one of their top pitching prospects, underwent Tommy John surgery. New York Post beat writer Greg Joyce was the first to report the news.

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.

The Yankees' pitching depth has taken another hit, as top prospect Chase Hampton is undergoing testing in New York City for a possible UCL injury. Manager