Born: December 8, 1990
Lilburn, GA
Height: 6-1
Weight: 225
Bats: Right
Throws: Right
Drafted: 10th round, 2009
How Acquired: Draft
High School: Parkview (GA)

Photo © Dave Letizi

Links
2010 Prospect Preview
Q&A with Brandon Jacobs
2011 Prospect Preview
The Book: Brandon Jacobs (5.17.11)
The Ladder - 8.17.11
2012 Prospect Preview
Hamate injury slowing Jacobs (7.20.12)
2013 Prospect Preview
Scouting Scratch: Wrapping up Spring Training (4.3.13)
Coyle, Jacobs move forward (4.19.13)

Traded to Chicago (AL) for Matt Thornton and cash considerations (July 2013)

Scouting Report: Prior to signing with the Red Sox, Jacobs was a football commit to Auburn who focused his future on football rather than baseball. Initially raw upon entering the organization, but has shown strong baseball acumen and ability to incorporate adjustments. Ideal power hitter's frame. Body has been evolving into that of a baseball player's. Fluid swing with plus bat speed via strong hands and lower body torque. Swing is on the long side and can hit out on his front foot too much against breaking balls. High power ceiling. Plus-to-better power potential. Has put a lot of time into developing an approach and learning to be selective at the plate. Shows the knack for getting the barrel on the ball. Strong plate coverage. Fringe-average pitch recognition. Will be tested against advanced secondary offerings. Has trouble turning on balls and likes pitches out and over the plate. High offensive ceiling. Average arm that has been improving as weight drops in his chest and shoulders. Below-average defensive outfielder. Currently struggles reading balls off the bat and tends to freeze on contact, but improvement should come with experience. Solid-average speed and range. Projects as a left fielder during his career. Offense will need to carry him at higher levels, as defensive versatility is limited.