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Abreu, Frazier Go Back-to-Back in Sox Win; Austin Jackson Joins Outfield Mix

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Jackson Provides Another Talented Option

The White Sox have inked outfielder Austin Jackson (pictured below) to a one-year, $5 million contract.

“Austin provides us with another talented outfield option,” explained Sox GM Rick Hahn. “His addition to the roster provides Robin with additional flexibility from both a defensive and offensive standpoint.” Hahn added that he suspects Jackson will spend the majority of his playing time in center field.

Jackson is a career .