BRETT JACKSON RUMORS
That one time in Cactus League when Brett Jackson made a run out of nothing at all
We bid goodbye to HoHoKam Stadium as the Cubs ended their Cactus League schedule and played their final home game at the old ballpark before moving to their new digs in Mesa. There’s very little reason to care whether the Cubs won or lost this game (they lost), as most of the starters were out by the fourth inning anyway. However, that doesn’t mean we can’t get excited...
Brett Jackson Gets Back into Action at Fitch Park
Brett Jackson singled twice, walked, scored a run, and drove-in another, and Zeke DeVoss smacked a solo HR, but it wasn't enough as the Inland Empire 66ers (Los Angeles Angels Hi-A affiliate) defeated the Daytona Cubs 5-3 on Field #3, and Oliver Zapata knocked-in three runs with two run-scoring triples, Yasiel Balaguert doubled twice, Carlos Penalver walked and tripled, scored...
Better Know a Cub: Brett Jackson
How long does it take to change your swing? Is it even possible to change in your 20's? The answer to these 2 questions will probably tell you all you need to know about Jackson's future with the Cubs.
Brett Jackson was drafted in the 1st round of the 2009 draft, at 31st overall. He worked his way up many prospect lists in the ensuing few years, putting up .400 wOBAs essentially...
Brett Jackson discusses his new swing
Brett Jackson discusses his new swing in this video from ESPN.
Last season was his worst season as a professional and hpefully the change in swing will put him on the right track. If the Cubs could get an above average CF in Brett Jackson for dirt cheap it would go a long way toward their rebuilding process.
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Carrie Muskat: Prospect Jackson takes hitting session to heart
Best shape of his life?
An intense week of hitting in November may help Brett Jackson become the hitter the Cubs think he can be.
Jackson and teammate Darwin Barney spent time with Cubs manager Dale Sveum, hitting coach James Rowson and assistant hitting coach Rob Deer at Fitch Park. After striking out 59 times in 120 big league at-bats — and 158 times at Triple-A Iowa — Jackson...
Dale Sveum on Brett Jackson
Dale Sveum on Brett Jackson and his issues with making contact.
CHICAGO — Cubs manager Dale Sveum and hitting coach James Rowson were happy Brett Jackson accepted the drastic changes they suggested to the young outfielder's swing during a workout in November in Mesa, Ariz. Jackson was promoted to the big leagues Aug. 5 despite leading the Pacific Coast League with 158 strikeouts...
Brett Jackson, 2013 Fantasy Outlook
Brett Jackson should be the starting center fielder on Opening Day. That’s the good news. The bad news is the Cubs have already said the good news isn’t the most likely to happen news. The Cubs have said Jackson will start 2013 in Triple-A. Thanks for getting my hopes up, good news! Okay, the not-as-good-as-good news but still good depending on how much you can lie...
Cubs rookie Brett Jackson crashes into fence for awesome catch (Video)
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Cubs rookie Brett Jackson made a highlight reel catch on Friday to rob Andrew McCutchen of a hit, but he didn’t escape without injury.
Jackson went head-first into the center field fence in Pittsburgh for a spectacular catch, but he came away with some cuts on his face, a bleeding and bruised knee, and he left the game.
MLB.com’s Carrie...
NO PAIN, NO GAIN
Cubs CF crashes into fence on catch
Cubs rookie centerfielder Brett Jackson is trying his best to impress the big club, and while his batting average is an anemic .191 in 31 games with Chicago, he showed Friday night against the Pirates that his defense—and dedication—is nothing short of superb.
With his team up 7-0 in the bottom of the sixth, Jackson chased down a ball off the bat of Pittsburgh superstar...
Is Brett Jackson ready for the majors?
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...
Via Cubs Billy Goat Blog
January 28, 2012
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