The Giants have been one of many busiest groups this offseason, they usually continued their exercise Monday by signing outfielder Austin Jackson to a two-yr deal.
The contract is value $6 million, however might attain as a lot as $eight.5 million, in accordance to MLB reporter Jon Heyman.
“We’re excited to have Austin be a part of the Giants,” Giants basic supervisor Bobby Evans stated in a press release. “He’s a gifted and versatile participant who will strengthen our roster and supply further depth in any respect three outfield positions.”
Jackson performed for the Indians final season, slashing .318/.387/.482 with seven house runs and forty six runs scored in simply 280 at-bats. Jackson could possibly be the Giants’ fourth outfielder, or carve out the beginning middle-fielder job.
austin jackson might share CF with properly-regarded prospect steven duggar if he is prepared,or if not, potential he might be the starter. #SFGiants
— Jon Heyman (@JonHeyman) January 23, 2018
The Giants had already acquired third baseman Evan Longoria from the Rays and outfielder Andrew McCutchen from the Pirates this offseason.
Whereas Jackson provides an intriguing offense-protection dynamic, he hasn’t been a daily starter since 2014. The Giants had been linked with guys like Lorenzo Cain and Jarrod Dyson, so it is attainable they are not accomplished including outfielders.
