Garrett Richards is still hopeful to be ready for Opening Day, according to Alden Gonzalez of MLB.com.

Richards (knee) is still hopeful to be ready for Opening Day, according to Alden Gonzalez of MLB.com.

Analysis:

Richards is slated to throw his fourth bullpen session of the spring Thursday, when he will throw out of the windup for the first time, according to the Orange County Register. He has reportedly looked good so far in camp, and looks to be a relatively safe bet on draft day, even if he ends up missing a start or two.