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Is Brett Jackson ready for the majors?

Found January 28, 2012 on Cubs Billy Goat Blog: Yardbarker Blogger Network
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Apparently Brett Jackson believes he's big league ready and, according to Dave van Dyck "the numbers just might bear him out."  Well, let's just see about that. Overall, Jackson has hit .292/.393/.491 over 3 minor league seasons.  He has shown a good eye, drawing 177 walks in 296 games, including 73 in each of the last two seasons.  He also has shown a good combination of speed (64 stolen bases) and power (40 homeruns), plays good defense and has a good arm. Although he has played primarily center field in the minors, he has the ability to play all 3 outfield spots.  There is some question as to who is the Cubs center fielder of the future, Jackson or fast rising Matt Szczur (or maybe even Yoenis Cespedes, if they sign him).  But Jackson's flexibility and power likely mean he will have a spot in the Cubs future outfield. However, with all the upside and ability that Jackson possesses, there is still one concern:  his strikeouts. Ever since he reached high A b...
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