Diamondbacks lose top prospect to Tommy John surgery

Diamondbacks notes: Walston headed for Tommy John surgery, Hampson to play outfield
Lots of decisions on the table for Arizona Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo, and a promising pitcher will need major elbow surgery.
Arizona Diamondbacks Lefty to Have Tommy John Surgery
Arizona Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo revealed a devastating health update for Blake Walston on Friday. The left-hander will undergo Tommy John surgery and is expected to miss about 14 months. Walston last pitched in Las Vegas on March 9,
Diamondbacks LHP Blake Walston to undergo Tommy John surgery
Arizona Diamondbacks left-hander Blake Walston will undergo season-ending Tommy John surgery. Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo made the announcement to reporters on Friday. Walston, 23, went 1-0 with a 4.
Blake Walston To Undergo Tommy John Surgery
Diamondbacks left-hander Blake Walston will undergo Tommy John surgery, manager Torey Lovullo tells Alex Weiner of Arizona Sports. The southpaw will therefore miss the entire 2025 season and likely a decent chunk of 2026 as well.
Diamondbacks' Blake Walston: Needs Tommy John surgery
Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo said Friday that Walston will undergo Tommy John surgery, Alex Weiner of ArizonaSports.com reports. It's not clear when Walston was injured, but he missed time last season while at Triple-A Reno with an elbow issue.
MLB: Diamondbacks lose top prospect to Tommy John surgery
The Diamondbacks are facing a major setback in their rotation as they gear up for the 2025 MLB season. Their standout prospect, Blake Walston, is set to undergo the dreaded Tommy John surgery, leaving a gaping hole in Arizona's future plans.
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