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AP Sources: CF Austin Jackson agrees to deal with Giants

Cleveland Indians center fielder Austin Jackson reacts as he flies out to right field against the New York Yankees during the seventh inning in Game 3 of baseball's American League Division Series, Sunday, Oct. 8, 2017, in New York. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II) Photo: Associated Press/Frank Franklin II

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Two people with knowledge of the contract say former Mariner center fielder Austin Jackson has agreed to terms on a $6 million, two-year contract with the San Francisco Giants

The move fills San Francisco’s top remaining void just a few weeks before pitchers and catchers report to spring training. Jackson will earn $3 million per season, the two people said Monday, speaking to the Associated Press on condition of anonymity because no deal had been announced.

San Francisco finished a surprising last in the NL West in 2017 and was seeking an offense-producing center fielder who also plays stellar defense.

Jackson turns 31 on Feb. 1. He batted .318 with seven homers and 35 RBIs in 85 games for Cleveland last season.

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