Draft:Audrey Chase Hampton

Hampton was born on August 7, 2001, in Longview, TexasChase Hampton. Inside The Diamonds. [https://insidethediamonds.com/player-profile-chase-hampton/?utm_source=chatgpt.com], and grew up in Kilgore, Texas, where he attended Kilgore High School.{{cite news |title=Cut to the Chase: Tech's Hampton drafted by Yankees |url=https://www.kilgorenewsherald.com/sports/cut-to-the-chase-techs-hampton-drafted-by-yankees/article_ec05bd5c-0762-11ed-8dde-6bb348ab1d33.html |newspaper=Kilgore News Herald |date=July 19, 2022 |access-date=February 6, 2024}} He played both baseball and football in high school, but ultimately focused on baseball. During his high school career, he was 22–5 with a 1.94 earned run average (ERA) and 284 strikeouts.{{cite web | url=https://www.kilgorenewsherald.com/sports/cut-to-the-chase-techs-hampton-drafted-by-yankees/article_ec05bd5c-0762-11ed-8dde-6bb348ab1d33.html | title=CUT TO THE CHASE! | Tech's Hampton drafted by Yankees | date=July 20, 2022 }} After high school, Hampton went on to play college baseball at Texas Tech University. As a freshman in 2021, he pitched primarily in relief before transitioning to a starting role. During his collegiate career, he posted a combined 5–4 record with a 4.29 ERA and 110 strikeouts over 84 innings.{{cite web |title=Chase Hampton - 2021 Player Stats |url=http://baseball.pointstreak.com/player.html?playerid=1486252&seasonid=32825 |website=Pointstreak |access-date=February 6, 2024}} In the summer of 2021, he played for the Chatham Anglers of the Cape Cod Baseball League.

=== Minor leagues (2022–2024) ===

The New York Yankees selected Hampton in the sixth round, with the 190th overall selection, of the 2022 Major League Baseball draft.{{cite news |title=Hampton picked in sixth round by Yankees |url=https://www.news-journal.com/etvarsity/hampton-picked-in-sixth-round-by-yankees/article_4ed07672-06d0-11ed-81f6-6fb99722c26b.html |newspaper=Longview News-Journal |date=July 18, 2022 |access-date=February 6, 2024}} He signed with the team on July 26, 2022, and received a signing bonus of $250,000.

Hampton made his professional debut with the Hudson Valley Renegades, the Yankees' High-A affiliate, immediately establishing himself as one of the Yankees’ most promising young arms. With having 20 starts on the Renegades, he recorded a 3.63 ERA and 124 strikeouts in 89.1 innings.

Hampton continued to rise through the Yankees' minor league system, earning recognition as a standout pitching prospect. Analysts highlighted his impressive strikeout rates, strong command, and ability to generate swing-and-miss stuff, making him a well-rounded pitching arsenal, with some scouts considering him a "hidden gem" within the Yankees’ farm system.{{cite web |last=Klein |first=Max |title=Yankees could have a hidden gem in their pitching prospect pool |url=https://empiresportsmedia.com/new-york-yankees/yankees-could-have-a-hidden-gem-in-their-pitching-prospect-pool/ |website=Empire Sports Media |date=December 5, 2023 |access-date=February 7, 2025}}

He made a strong return during the 2024 season. However, in March 2024, Hampton was placed on the 60-day injured list due to arm fatigue, delaying his ascent.CBS Sports, "Yankees' Chase Hampton Shifts to 60-Day IL", [https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/news/yankees-chase-hampton-shifts-to-60-day-il/ CBS Sports], Date not specified. Yankees GM Brian Cashman reaffirmed the organization’s belief in Hampton’s potential, emphasizing their "patience with top-tier pitching talent".The New York Times, "Yankees' Chase Hampton Update", [https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6098255/2025/01/30/yankees-chase-hampton-update/ The New York Times], January 30, 2025. After the injury setbacks, posting a 2.41 ERA over 18.2 innings. His performance has generated attention from the New York Yankees organization. In 2024, he was invited to the Yankees' spring training as a non-roster invitee{{cite web |title=Yankees Announce 26 Non-Roster Invitees to Spring Training |url=https://www.mlb.com/yankees/news/yankees-announce-26-non-roster-invitees-to-spring-training |website=MLB.com |date=February 2, 2024 |access-date=February 6, 2024}}[https://www.mlb.com/video/2024-top-prospect-chase-hampton 2024 Top Prospect: Chase Hampton - MLB.com]CBS Sports, "Yankees' Chase Hampton Shifts to 60-Day IL", [https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/news/yankees-chase-hampton-shifts-to-60-day-il/ CBS Sports], Date not specified., with many predicting that he could make a quick rise through the minor leagues in 2025. Spring Training is expected to be a critical period for Hampton, and his continued success could lead to a promotion to Triple-A and potentially a major league debut later in 2025. Empire Sports Media, "Yankees Top Pitching Prospect Could Explode onto the Scene in 2025", [https://empiresportsmedia.com/new-york-yankees/yankees-top-pitching-prospect-could-explode-onto-the-scene-in-2025/ Empire Sports Media], 2024.The New York Times, "Yankees' Chase Hampton Update", [https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6098255/2025/01/30/yankees-chase-hampton-update/ The New York Times], January 30, 2025.

Building on his strong rookie season, showcasing elite velocity, a sharp breaking ball, and an improved changeup.[https://www.mlb.com/video/2024-top-prospect-chase-hampton 2024 Top Prospect: Chase Hampton - MLB.com] Analysts projected an accelerated timeline for his promotion, with many expecting him to reach Triple-A in 2024 and make his MLB debut in 2025.Empire Sports Media, "Yankees Top Pitching Prospect Could Explode onto the Scene in 2025", [https://empiresportsmedia.com/new-york-yankees/yankees-top-pitching-prospect-could-explode-onto-the-scene-in-2025/ Empire Sports Media], 2024.

Hampton is the son of Heather and Trent Logston and has three brothers: Michael and Brick Hampton, and Caleb Logston.{{cite web |title=Chase Hampton - Texas Tech Red Raiders Bio |url=https://texastech.com/sports/baseball/roster/chase-hampton/11663 |website=Texas Tech Athletics |access-date=February 6, 2024}} He majored in University Studies at Texas Tech.

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