Javis Diaz
| AB | 1597 |
|---|---|
| AVG | .274 |
| OBP | .346 |
| SLG | .362 |
| HR | 16 |
- Full name Javis M. Diaz
- Born 06/25/1984 in Santiago, Dominican Republic
- Profile Ht.: 5'10" / Wt.: 165 / Bats: L / Throws: L
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Diaz was one of the best prospects on the Padres' Dominican Summer League team in 2003 and 2004, and his U.S. debut last summer confirmed that. He finished among the Arizona League's top five in batting, on-base percentage, slugging and stolen bases. Diaz has a wiry but strong frame, a short swing and a good feel for contact. He can put a surprising charge into the ball for his size, and he's a threat to reach third base every time he rips one into the gap. He bats out of an extreme crouch, and draws a good share of walks because of it. A 70 runner on the 20-80 scouting scale, he's a good basestealer and an excellent bunter. Diaz' outfield work leaves much to be desired, however. While he has the speed to play center field, he's below-average even in left and makes poor reads on balls. His arm is well-below- average. He's 21 and has yet to be tested in a full-season league, though that will change this year when he's sent to low Class A.
