The Book on Austin Jackson
Prospect Info
Austin Jackson
Born 2/1/1987
OF, DET
A young, toolsy prospect who's frustrated scouts by showing only flashes of his tremendous potential, Jackson looks to be the center-fielder of the very near future in Detroit.
He has plus speed and a strong arm on defense, and at times has looked like a superior contact hitter. His natural speed should produce better and better base-stealing numbers as he learns the craft. He's not showing much power yet, but he's still very young and can grow into a stronger stroke.
He's still not really ready for everyday duty, but the Granderson-less Tigers may push him quickly. If his bat can catch up to his speed and defense, he'll have a strong future.
Ranking in ScoutingBook (3/12/2010): #26 
Ranking in Baseball America 2010: #76
Ranking in Baseball Prospectus: Unranked
Ranking in MiLB.com 2010 Season Preview: #38
Ranking from the Sporting News: Unranked
Ranking from ESPN: #70
Player Updates and Notes
Outfielder Austin Jackson is headed for Detroit as part of a three-team, seven-player winter deal that also nets Daniel Schlereth, Phil Coke and Max Scherzer for the Tigers.
12/8/2009 by KDaddy
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