On the surface, Austin Jackson's .255 TAv doesn't seem like it'd have much impact on a Cubs team that looks headed for the playoffs. However, his plus defense and patient approach should help, especially with an injured Jorge Soler and ineffective Chris Denorfia. At BP Wrigleyville, Matt Trueblood takes a deeper look at how Jackson could help the North Siders more than many would assume at first blush.
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