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.

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.

Yankees prospect Chase Hampton is dealing with a right flexor strain and a right ulnar collateral ligament issue in his pitching arm and had to be sent to New York for testing, manager Aaron Boone told reporters Wednesday.

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.

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

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

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