It's been difficult to watch Jackson in his two years with the Cubs. He led the NL in losses in 2013 with 18, and last season went 6-15 with a 6.33 ERA. Rookie Kyle Hendricks had more quality starts (eight) in 13 outings than Jackson did (seven) in 27. The Cubs considered using Jackson in the bullpen, but Epstein says the right-hander will be stretched out as a starter. Opponents compiled a .357 BABIP against Jackson last season, a career high. And he has two years, $22 million remaining on his contract. Said Jackson: "I know I have my work cut out for me, but I still believe my best years are ahead of me, and it's up to me to go out and prove it."
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