Jack Wilson
Contract: Signed through 2009 with club option for 2010
- Height: 6-0
- Weight: 180 lbs
- Born: Dec 29, 1977
- Debut: April 3, 2001
SEASON
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Newsbreakers
November 13, 2009
Jack Wilson has signed a two-year deal to stay with the Seattle Mariners, according to Ed Price of AOL Fanhouse.
Our View:
Wilson hit just .224 in 31 games for Seattle last season after coming over at midseason from Pittsburgh, but is still a capable shortstop, and should be a nice bat at the bottom of the Mariners lineup.
September 29, 2009
Jack Wilson has been shut down for the remainder of 2009 with his bruised heel, according to MLB.com.
Our View:
Wilson was sporting a limp today, and the Mariners decided to end his season.
September 19, 2009
MLB.com reports that shortstop Jack Wilson is in danger of missing the rest of the regular season with a bruised heel.
Our View:
Wilson injured the heel while running out a bunt hit last week and is not improving. Still, fantasy leagues won't miss him as he's hitting just .224 with one homer and eight RBI since joining the Mariners.
September 16, 2009
Jack Wilson is day-to-day with a bruised heel, according to MLB.com.
Our View:
He was forced to leave the team's game on Tuesday after awkwardly stepping on first base. With Wilson sporting just a .224 average since coming to Seattle, this isn't huge fantasy news at this point.
September 10, 2009
Jack Wilson missed the Mariners' Wednesday night game against the Angels with a case of the flu, according to MLB.com. His status for Thursday's game is unknown at this time.
Our View:
Wilson was sent back to the hotel last night to rest, and the team will announce his status for tonight's game at some point later this afternoon. We will keep you updated, but expect him to get another day off unless he is feeling 100 percent.
August 24, 2009
Jack Wilson is in tonight's lineup against Oakland at Safeco Field, according to the Seattle Times.
Our View:
He has been on the shelf since August 12 with a hamstring ailment, and will bat eighth in the order tonight. He is only hitting .222 over 45 at-bats as a member of the Mariners.
August 18, 2009
Jack Wilson remains out of Seattle's lineup for tonight's game at Detroit, according to MLBblogs.com. He is still dealing with a tight left hamstring.
Our View:
The veteran remains day-to-day. Josh Wilson will make another start at shortstop in his absence.
August 17, 2009
Mariners' shortstop Jack Wilson is expected to be out until Wednesday with a Grade 1 tear in his left hamstring, according to MLB.com. Wilson has missed the last four games with the injury.
Our View:
Wilson may be able to return on Tuesday, but it seems more likely that he will be out until Wednesday. The M's would like to get him back on the field as soon as possible, but they won't rush him since he does have a tear in the hammy.
July 30, 2009
Jack Wilson will be in the Mariners' lineup on Thursday for the first time since being traded to the team on Wednesday, according to the Seattle Times. Wilson will play shortstop and bat seventh for Seattle tonight.
Our View:
The M's will get their first look at their new shortstop tonight, so fantasy owners who have Wilson as their regular starter should feel free to get him in tonight. Wilson is hitting .267 on the season, but it remains to be seen how the move to a new league will affect his overall performance.
July 29, 2009
Updating a previous report, the Pirates have traded Jack Wilson and pitcher Ian Snell to the Mariners for Jeff Clement, Ronny Cedeno, Aaron Pribanic, Brett Lorin and Nathan Adcock according to beat writer Dejean Kovacevic' Twitter account.
Our View:
It appears the Pirates have finally made a good trade. Clement is the centerpiece to the deal, but the Buccos already have Ryan Doumit behind the plate, so the former Mariner could end up at first base. Wilson now looks to be the starting shortstop in Seattle and Snell adds depth to the M's rotation.
July 29, 2009
According to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, the Pirates have traded shortstop Jack Wilson to the Seattle Mariners. No details yet on who the Bucs are getting in return.
Our View:
There is obviously more to this, but it lokks like Jack Wislon is the newest Mariner. Strange that the M's would make an acquisition since they've been on the seller's end of the trade deadline frenzy, but it's a done deal. Details to come.
July 28, 2009
The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette is reporting that Pirates' shortstop Jack Wilson is not in the team's lineup for Tuesday night's game. Wilson is healthy, and there is some speculation that this could be a sign that he is close to being moved.
Our View:
Though nothing has been announced as far as a trade, Wilson sitting is certainly and interesting tidbit coming out of San Fran. Reports have indicated that the Pirates have been in talks with a few teams about Wilson, so we will monitor this situation closely and update any news. For now, consider this just a night off for Wilson unless you hear otherwise.
July 27, 2009
According to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, scouts from both the Twins and Red Sox were scouting Pirates players over the weekend, particularly Jack Wilson and Freddy Sanchez.
Our View:
The Twins' interest in the Pirates dynamic infield duo appears to be cooling as they zero in on talks with the A's about Orlando Cabrera. The level of Red Sox interest is not known, but the club is beginning to appear desperate, and could pull the trigger on a number of deals in the coming days. Both Wilson and Sanchez have battled injury lately, but have solid pedigrees of production that will still likely entice the Sox and other desperate teams.
July 24, 2009
Jack Wilson, who has missed the Pirates' last three games with a left hamstring injury, will probably not return to the lineup until Saturday or Sunday at the earliest, according to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.
Our View:
The Pirates don't want to risk him injuring it further. If we know the Pirates, this probably means they don't want to damage his trade value. He should be back soon, but don't expect the Pirates to rush him back this weekend. They will want him to be as healthy as possible while they showcase him next week.
July 21, 2009
Jack Wilson has been scratched from Tuesday's lineup due to a strained left hamstring, according to the Twitter page of Pirates' beat writer Dejan Kovacevic.
Our View:
This is bad news for the Pirates, if only because it will make a trade of Wilson difficult depending on how severe the injury is. We will keep you updated on Wilson's condition, but it doesn't look great right now.
July 20, 2009
Jack Wilson was given the green light to play after being struck by a ball just below his kneecap in Sunday's game, according to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.
Our View:
Wilson will start at shortstop and bat eighth in tonight's battle against the Brewers at PNC Park. Wilson should be safe to consider for fantasy duty if he is a regular contributor to their team.
July 7, 2009
Jack Wilson paced the Pirates to a 6-3 win over the Astros on Tuesday, going 2-for-4 with three RBIs and his first home run since June 26.
Our View:
Wilson is heating up at the right time, as the Pirates have made no secret of their desire to trade him. He could help many teams out in the middle of the infield, but isn't a viable option for your fantasy team, save for in NL-only leagues.
June 15, 2009
The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette is reporting that trade talks between the Pirates and Red Sox regarding shortstop Jack Wilson have stalled.
Our View:
The Pirates have apparently also talked to other teams about moving Wilson, but not "intensely" as they have become leery of moving one of their most popular players after the Nate McLouth backlash. Wilson is batting .259 with one home run and 20 RBIs in 2009.
June 8, 2009
Updating an earlier report, Jack Wilson has returned to the Pirates' lineup for Monday's game at Atlanta after sitting out Sunday with a back ailment, according to the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review.
Our View:
Wilson should be safe to employ in fantasy lineups if he is a regular contributor to your team.
June 8, 2009
ESPN's Buster Olney is reporting that the Red Sox have discussed trading for Pirates shortstop Jack Wilson, but that a deal is unlikely because of the nearly $6 million Wilson is still owed this season.
Our View:
Save for 2004, when he belted over 200 hits, Wilson has historically been of little fantasy value. But a trade to a loaded Red Sox lineup, and the cozy confines of Fenway Park, might boost his production a la fellow former Pirate Jason Bay. If this deal were to get done, Wilson might at least become a fantasy possibility.
June 8, 2009
Jack Wilson threw on Sunday but was unable to play in the Pirates' game against Houston, according to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. He will be re-evaluated before Monday's game in Atlanta.
Our View:
It is a good sign that Wilson was able to throw yesterday, but he is still pretty sore. We will keep you updated on his status for tonight's game, but if you have another option at short you may want to go with that.
June 7, 2009
Jack Wilson is out of Sunday's lineup at Houston while nursing a sore back, according to the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review.
Our View:
He did not suffer any structural damage while colliding with catcher Ivan Rodriguez in Saturday's battle, and Wilson is hopeful of drawing back into the lineup Monday after getting some rest today.
June 5, 2009
Jack Wilson went 1-for-3 with a single and recorded the Pirates' lone RBI in Friday's 9-1 loss at Houston.
Our View:
Pittsburgh only had six hits in the game, all singles. Wilson has a hit in three straight games, with two RBI over the span. He is hitting well right now after struggling in May with a .239 batting average.
June 5, 2009
Jack Wilson is back in the Pirates' lineup for tonight's game at Houston, according to the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review. He missed the previous game with a stomach virus.
Our View:
Wilson should be fine to consider for fantasy duty if he is a regular contributor to your team.
June 4, 2009
Jack Wilson was a late scratch for Thursday's game due to a stomach virus, according to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.
Our View:
His status for Friday's game is yet to be determined. Ramon Vazquez could fill in at shortstop if Wilson is unable to go.
June 2, 2009
Ken Rosenthal of FOX Sports reports that the Royals may be in the market for a shortstop, and believes Jack Wilson of the Pirates would be a good fit.
Our View:
Wilson was previously linked to a few other teams in trade rumors, such as the Mariners. Wilson is not exactly a solid option, as he is hitting .263 and already made five fielding errors.
May 18, 2009
Jack Wilson had a huge night for the Pirates on Monday, as he went 4-for-4 with two doubles, a triple, three runs scored, and two RBI.
Our View:
Wilson didn't look affected at all by the trade rumors going around. He can still hit a little bit, and he is still an option in NL-only leagues. His mixed league value is fairly non-existent, however.
May 18, 2009
The Pirates and Mariners have reportedly discussed a swap of Jack Wilson for Yuniesky Betancourt, according to the Seattle Times.
Our View:
The Mariners are 18-20, and are looking to upgrade their middle infield. Wilson is four years older than Betancourt at 31, but Wilson is much better defensively and they are similar offensively. Wilson was rumored to be on the Pirates' trading block in the offseason. It is uncertain if it would be a one-for-one deal, or if other players would be involved.
May 13, 2009
Jack Wilson showed no ill-effects from his finger injury on Wednesday as he went 3-for-4 with a double, a run, and an RBI. Wilson was activated Tuesday from the DL.
Our View:
Wilson had a big night tonight, but is fantasy value is still very limited. He can hit, but he has no power or speed to speak of. He only has 4 runs scored and eight RBI on the season.
May 12, 2009
As expected, the Pittsburgh Pirates have activated shortstop Jack Wilson from the DL, according to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. In a corresponding move, the team demoted Brian Bixler to Triple-A Indianapolis.
Our View:
No surprise here. Wilson should get the start at short tonight against the Cardinals, so feel free to deploy him in fantasy lineups. It may take him a few games to get back on track, but the finger seems to be fine at this point.
May 11, 2009
Jack Wilson did not play in a rehab game Sunday with Triple-A Indianapolis due to cold weather, but he is still expected to be activated from the DL Tuesday, according to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. He has been recovering from a sprained left index finger.
Our View:
Wilson will work out at PNC Park today, and should draw back into the Pirates' lineup right away for tomorrow's game against the Cardinals.
May 10, 2009
Jack Wilson is expected to play one more rehab game in Triple-A Indianapolis on Sunday before rejoining the team for their game Tuesday, according to MLB.com.
Our View:
It was thought that Wilson would stay in Triple-A for Monday's game, but those plans have changed and it looks as if he will be back in Pittsburgh on Tuesday. Expect him to play right away when he returns to the big club.
May 9, 2009
Jack Wilson (sprained left index finger) started his minor league rehab assignment with Triple-A Indianapolis Friday, according to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.
Our View:
Wilson is expected to play four games and return to the Pirates Tuesday, barring a setback. He was only hitting .255 over 47 at-bats and is not a good fantasy option, but the Pirates will be pleased to get his solid glove back in their middle infield.
May 6, 2009
Jack Wilson, who has been recovering from a sprained left index finger, feels ready and eager to return to the Pirates, according to the Beaver County Times.
Our View:
This is encouraging news, but Wilson will have to wait as he is not eligible to come off the DL until May 10. He will play in a minor league rehab game either Friday or Saturday.
May 4, 2009
Jack Wilson took batting practice Sunday for the first time since spraining his left index finger, according to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.
Our View:
Wilson is eligible to come off the DL Sunday, and appears to be ready to do so. Fantasy owners could get him back for next week.
May 2, 2009
Shortstop Jack Wilson tested his injured finger with light activities on Friday and "by all indications, he should be ready to go" next weekend, manager John Russell tells the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review.
Our View:
Previous reports said Wilson wouldn't even do light work until early next week. It sounds like they ditched that plan. We should be able to firm up his status by the middle of next week.
April 29, 2009
Shortstop Jack Wilson will rest his injured left middle finger for the next five or six days in order to let the swelling subside, the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports. He will then try hitting before moving on to catching. Wilson is on the DL.
Our View:
It sounds like Wilson is still at least 10 days, if not two or more weeks, away from returning. The Pirates are giving Brian Bixler a look at shortstop while this veteran is down.
April 28, 2009
Jack Wilson is scheduled to meet with a hand specialist today while on the DL with a sprained left index finger, according to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.
Our View:
Wilson will not participate in fielding or throwing for another three or four days. Ramon Vazquez is expected to get the bulk of the starts at shortstop while Wilson is out.
April 26, 2009
The Pirates placed shortstop Jack Wilson on the 15-day disabled list on Saturday night. He has been dealing with a sprained left middle finger that he initially injured on April 13. "It's pretty painful," Wilson informs the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review.
Our View:
The Pirates will fill his roster spot on Sunday, presumably with someone like infielder Brian Bixler. We expect Ramon Vazquez to see a lot of time at shortstop over the next two weeks.
April 19, 2009
Jack Wilson is back in Pittsburgh's lineup at shortstop against Atlanta on Sunday, according to the Pittsburgh Tribune Review.
Our View:
Wilson had missed the Pirates' previous two games with a bruised left middle finger but is apparently back in good health. He's gotten off to a nice start this season, so re-insert him back into your lineup if you had been using him before the brief injury sidelining.
April 17, 2009
Shortstop Jack Wilson was a late scratch on Friday night, presumably due to a bruised left middle finger, the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review notes. Ramon Vazquez started in his place.
Our View:
Wilson also sat out on Wednesday due to the finger injury. He remains day-to-day.
April 17, 2009
Jack Wilson returned to the diamond Thursday after missing Wednesday's game with a bruised left middle finger, according to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.
Our View:
Wilson should be fine to employ in fantasy lineups for Friday's game against Atlanta at PNC Park. He is hitting .310 over 29 at-bats so far.
April 15, 2009
The Pittsburgh Tribune-Review is reporting that Jack Wilson has been scratched from Wednesday's lineup with a bruised left middle finger. He is expected to be back in the lineup on Thursday. Ramon Vazquez will replace him at shortstop for tonight.
Our View:
This doesn't seem to be too serious for Wilson, who has had a nice start to 2009. Adjust your lineups accordingly for Wednesday, but he is safe to play on Thursday.
April 6, 2009
Jack Wilson hit a ninth inning bases loaded double to drive in three runs in the Pirates 6-4 win over the Cardinals on Monday. It was his only hit in five at-bats.
Our View:
Wilson is not a top option at shortstop, but he's an adequate backup. He had one of his worst seasons of his career last season, but he appears poised for a rebound this season.
March 31, 2009
Jack Wilson returned to the lineup Tuesday and promptly hit his first home run of the spring. It was a two-run shot, and his only hit of the game.
Our View:
Well, Jack matched his home run total from all of last year today. This alone should tell you he's no use to you in the power department. He has little fantasy value in any other area either and is best suited for deep NL-only leagues.
March 31, 2009
Jack Wilson returned to the diamond after missing two games with a bruised left knee, according to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.
Our View:
Wilson should be good to go for opening day. He only hit .300 once in his career, and is not a source for speed or power, meaning he should be left for NL-only leagues.
March 29, 2009
The Pirates have held preliminary talks with Jack Wilson regarding a contract extension, according to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.
Our View:
Wilson's current contract with the Pirates calls for a $7.25MM salary for 2009 with a club option for 2010 worth $8.4MM or a $500,000 buyout. His salary would likely have to come down from its current level for both sides to agree on a deal, due to the market downturn. The 31-year-old vet has been with the club since 2001.
March 25, 2009
The Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports that Jack Wilson left Wednesday's game against the Rays due to asthma. "It was windy and all that dust ... I couldn't get my breath back," Wilson said. "I feel like I played 15 innings."
Our View:
No big deal here, and Wilson should be ready to go in the Bucs' next game. He has struggled all spring, but the Pirates do not have many other options to plug in at the position.
March 9, 2009
Jack Wilson had a rough day for the Pirates on Monday, going 0-for-3 at the plate with a strikeout while stranding three runners. He also grounded into a double play while committing a throwing error in the field.
Our View:
Wilson's batting just .111 this spring, so the Dodgers are probably counting their blessings that they managed to resign Rafael Furcal rather than trading for Wilson.
January 26, 2009
Pirates' GM Neal Huntington noted that there are currently no trade discussions regarding Jack Wilson, according to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.
Our View:
As of now, Wilson will be the Pirates' opening day shortstop. He will be looking to improve upon a poor 2008 campaign, as he held a mere .312 OBP, and could be a favorable value pick for deeper fantasy leagues.
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