http://www.sbnation.com/users/hibachi7_7_7 Posts made by hibachi7_7_7 on SB Nation http://www.draysbay.com/2008/6/15/552564/please-move-edwin-jackson hibachi7_7_7 Sun, 15 Jun 2008 23:57:38 -0000 <p>I can't say I'm a fan of E-Jax in the starting rotation.&nbsp; He's too prone to concentration lapses throughout the course of a start and just starts throwing too many balls and putting guys on, then overcompensates by hanging meatballs over the plate for 3-run homers.&nbsp; There's something we usually do with pitchers who have phenomenal stuff but cant cut it as starters.&nbsp; Move them to the bullpen!&nbsp; How much more sample size do we need to prove Jackson isn't really cut out as a starter.</p> <p>My suggestion is to cut Glover (I know, calling for Glover's job, real original), move Jackson to his role, and bring up Niemann to start.&nbsp; Don't make Jackson a long reliever like Hammel, or a multi-inning guy like Howell.&nbsp; Just get him used to coming in for one inning, throwing 96+ heat with a high 80's slider and getting guys out to get his confidence up.&nbsp; He has the potential to be a killer closer, and Percival is the kind of guy who could help teach him the tricks of the trade for the 'pen.&nbsp; Niemann couldn't possibly be anymore of a rollercoaster ride during starts than Jackson is, and it's time to give the #4 draft pick an extended look in the major leagues.</p>