I have discussed Edwin Jackson numerous times over the past several months – dating all the way back to June – and have made no effort to hide that I would be in support of the New York Yankees acquiring him. I like Edwin Jackson’s stuff – if not his inconsistency – and I think he offers enough upside to emerge as an upgrade for the New York Yankees’ rotation. The problem – as usual – is the price tag. Seeing as Scott Boras is handling the negotiations, the price figures to be pretty damn steep.
At the beginning of the off-season, Boras and Jackson were seeking a deal similar to the ones that John Lackey and A.J. Burnett received. Apparently the price has come down recently, but the duo still seeks a five year contractual commitment. I’m down for the Yankees throwing some money and up to three years at Jackson, but five? Ehh, I can’t really get on board with that. At least on a three year deal the Yankees are not in ...
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