Edwin Jackson was the Dodgers' top prospect, but after struggling in the Major Leagues, they traded him, focusing instead on acquiring established reliever Danys Baez.
The trade centered around Baez, who had an impressive season prior, but the Dodgers quickly moved on from him after early struggles with the team.
Jackson's early career was marred by inconsistency, with high walk rates and low strikeouts, emphasizing how teams can misjudge talent based on early performance.
Despite a rocky start with Tampa Bay, Jackson found stability as a starting pitcher in later years, highlighting the unpredictable nature of player development.
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