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 Aaron Boone confirmed the concern, stating, “Something going on in the UCL… He’s pretty bummed.” That’s usually baseball code for a dreaded Tommy John surgery discussion, though nothing is official yet.
A Tough Break for a Rising Arm
Hampton, 23, was already dealing with injury setbacks last season, tossing just 18.2 innings while recovering from a flexor tendon strain. When healthy, he flashed legitimate upside, posting a 2.