November 12, 2008 The East Valley Tribune reports that catcher Miguel Montero is the most likely trading piece to address the Diamondbacks' hole at second base.
Our View:Chris Snyder has cemented himself as the team's starter. In 184 at-bats last season, he hit .255 with five home runs and 18 RBI.
November 7, 2008 Miguel Montero could be dealt as he is Arizona's best trading chip due to a depleted farm system, according to the Arizona Republic.
Our View:Montero is not being utilized while backing up Chris Snyder, and he is viewed as a potential long-term starter by several MLB clubs. Among their top priorities should be at second base, with Orlando Hudson expected to leave in free agency.
September 27, 2008 Miguel Montero might make a move from behind the plate to the hot corner. Montero has been taking ground balls at third for the past couple of weeks and he might be the answer at third for the Diamondbacks in 2009.
Our View:Montero has showed some promise at the plate and with Chris Snyder the starting catcher, playing him at third base might be the answer to getting him more at-bats.
August 16, 2008 Miguel Montero swatted a grand slam and finished Saturday night at 3-for-5 with five RBI and three runs against the Astros.
Our View:The young backstop nearly doubled his season RBI total in one night. Montero remains the clear backup to Chris Snyder.
August 3, 2008 Miguel Montero went 1-for-3 with a solo home run in Saturday's 4-2 loss to the Dodgers.
Our View:His homer was his first of the season, over 125 at-bats. He is hitting well over his last two outings, and is worth a look in larger NL-only leagues if you need help, until Chris Snyder returns from the DL.
