Danny Richar

Organization Prospect Rankings

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  Ranked Arizona Diamondbacks #24 prospect in 2007
  Richar looked like a utility player in his first few seasons in the organization, but he kept getting bigger, stronger and better. He was the Double-A Southern League's all-star second baseman last year and was added to the 40-man roster after the season, though his performance tailed off late in the year as he got tired. He started working on his swing with hitting coach Damon Mashore in high Class A, and he has developed a good approach at the plate. He has a much better swing now and has even shown a little power in the last couple of seasons. He has also settled in at second base after working at shortstop and third base earlier in his career and has become a solid defender. He has an average arm and above-average speed. While Richar has become a solid player, he's not dynamic. He's a good bet to get to the big leagues, but the question is how much he'll hit when he gets there. Other teams have asked about him in trade talks, so his best value to the Diamondbacks might be as a bargaining chip. He'll open the season in Triple-A.