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Blue Jays draft RHP Zach Jackson in 3rd round

With their first pick on day two of the 2016 MLB Draft, the Toronto Blue Jays have grabbed a highly-skilled arm with the potential to be fast-tracked through the minor leagues.

Jackson has mammoth talent in his right arm, but as his draft position suggests, the 21-year-old also comes with an elevated level of risk.

In 2016 with the Razorbacks, Jackson took a step back after producing ERAs of 2.10 and 2.53 in his two seasons prior. Jackson posted a 5.09 ERA this year, starting five games and coming out of the bullpen 13 times.

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