Is a great athlete with a tremendous power/speed combination on offense, as well as the range to play center field on defense. Is also supremely patient at the plate.
Flaws:
While he draws walks, his propensity to strike out needs to be slowed to maximize potential. To that end, he needs to improve his hitting mechanics and stop chasing pitches.
Career Potential:
Talented, toolsy outfielder with upside.
Movements & Injuries
2013
3/31/2013
Optioned to Iowa (AAA).
3/04/2013
Re-signed by the Chicago Cubs to a one-year contract.
2012
9/14/2012
Missed 5 games (bruised right knee).
9/08/2012
Bruised right knee, day-to-day.
8/05/2012
Contract purchased from Iowa (AAA).
3/23/2012
Assigned to minor league camp.
2011
3/15/2011
Assigned to minor league camp.
2010
3/14/2010
Assigned to minor league camp.
Career Transactions
2009
6/09/2009
Drafted by the Chicago Cubs in the 1st round (13th overall) in 2009.
Player News
Brett Jackson (toe) activated from AAA DL | 05/09/2013 12:42 PM
News
Brett Jackson (toe) has been activated from the 7-day disabled list at Triple-A Iowa.
Carrie Muskat on Twitter
Impact
Jackson was out for a little bit with a turf toe injury. He's hitting just .219/.315/.406 in 19 games this season.
Brett Jackson optioned | 03/31/2013 3:30 PM
News
Cubs optioned OF Brett Jackson to Triple-A Iowa.
Rotoworld.com
Impact
Jackson is currently dealing with some right shoulder inflammation, but he wasn't going to make the Opening Day roster, anyway. He'll work on his new swing at Triple-A.
Brett Jackson to return Thursday | 03/26/2013 7:35 PM
News
Brett Jackson (shoulder) is expected back in the lineup Thursday.
Jesse Rogers on Twitter
Impact
He's been out of commission for over a week due to right shoulder inflammation. Jackson will begin the season at Triple-A while he works on his new swing.
Brett Jackson (shoulder) out at least a week | 03/16/2013 2:43 PM
News
Brett Jackson will be sidelined for at least a week with right shoulder inflammation.
Patrick Mooney on Twitter
Impact
An MRI confirmed that Jackson isn't dealing with any structural damage, but there's no reason for the Cubs to take any chances at this point. Jackson was expected to open this season at Triple-A Iowa, so the injury should prevent him from making the Opening Day roster.
Brett Jackson has sore shoulder | 03/15/2013 12:15 PM
News
Brett Jackson is not in the lineup Friday due to some minor soreness in his right shoulder.
Carrie Muskat on Twitter
Impact
It's not considered to be a big deal. Jackson should return to action in a few days.
Brett Jackson impresses early in spring camp | 02/22/2013 9:59 PM
News
Brett Jackson is making a strong impression early in spring training, and he feels that his new swing is a major reason for his success.
ESPN.com
Impact
After struggling to make consistent contact last season, Jackson worked hard over the offseason to completely overhaul his swing. He tallied three hits in an intersquad game on Friday, and is confident he'll keep rolling when the actual games begin. He's still slated to open the season at Triple-A Iowa, but he could force his way onto the Opening Day roster with an impressive spring.
