Alex Jackson

Alex Jackson avoided arbitration with the Minnesota Twins by agreeing to a one-year deal worth $1.35 million.

Fantasy Impact

Jackson, 30, has played parts of six seasons in the big leagues and has seen action with five different teams - Braves, Marlins, Brewers, Rays, and Orioles. The catcher played 36 games in Baltimore last season and hit .220 with five home runs and eight RBI. Jackson, who came over in a November trade, should serve as the Twins' backup catcher in 2026.

The Twins acquired C Alex Jackson from the Orioles for INF Payton Eeles.

Fantasy Impact

Jackson will compete to be the backup catcher behind Ryan Jeffers next season.

Alex Jackson went 1-for-3 with a home run on Thursday against the Red Sox.

Fantasy Impact

Jackson put Baltimore on the board with a solo blast in the third inning. It was his fourth home run on the season.

Alex Jackson went 2-for-3 in Tuesday’s loss to Boston.

Fantasy Impact

Jackson picked up his 14th hit of the season and raised his average to .246 over 57 at-bats. Though his role is limited, the catcher has flashed occasional value with 3 home runs and 5 RBI, offering some appeal in deep two-catcher formats.

Alex Jackson went 2-for-3 in a narrow defeat against the Rockies, contributing one home run, one double, one RBI, and scoring two runs.

Fantasy Impact

After today’s game, Jackson has a .273 average with two home runs and three RBIs over 11 games this season.