Statistically speaking: Jackson was named the Eastern League postseason MVP, largely based on his performance in the championship series. Jackson went 6-for-16 (.375) with a homer and five RBIs.
Scouting report: He is an athletic outfielder, who used to be basketball standout, and is still refining game. He's working on a more consistent approach at the plate, but needs to cut down on strikeouts a bit. There's potential to have decent power at some point down the line. He has speed with some ability to steal a few bases and is good defensively in center with above-average range and a good arm.
Upside potential: Everyday center fielder in the Bronx that will hit for average and develop more power as he matures.
They said it: "He has made steady, solid progress. He's very athletic and is highly motivated. He's an athlete, with tools and plus makeup who's performing as he moves through the system." -- Mark Newman, Yankees Senior Vice President of Baseball Operations
He said it: "I'd love to be in New York next year. It's something to work toward, but there is still some stuff in the Minor Leagues that I have to accomplish. I don't want to get called up and have any weaknesses exposed."
Minors
