Brett Jackson Takes Batting Practice (Video)

Both the Chicago Cubs and their fans have a lot to look forward to in 22-year old outfielder, Brett Jackson.  Since being drafted 31^st overall by the Cubs in the 2009 MLB Amateur Draft, Jackson has rapidly ascended through the minor leagues thanks to a combination of power and speed.  Baseball America ranked him as the 74^th best prospect in all of baseball prior to the 2010 season, and needless to say, Jackson exceeded the expectations.

In 2010, while splitting time between High-A Daytona and Double-A Tennessee, Jackson hit .297/.395/.493 with 32 doubles, 14 triples, 12 home runs, and 66 RBI in 491 at-bats; he swiped 30 bases in 41 attempts.  Although there is a lot to like about Jackson’s .888 OPS in just his second Minor League season, his 126 strikeouts suggest that he still has a ways to go in terms of his plate discipline and strike zone recognition.